At the end of a long day, Father, may I hear what You have for me. Quiet my heart. Amen,

Matthew 13:47-51 (<<click the green – read the Amplified Version!)

Repetition develops habits. An old rule of thumb stated that it took 21 days for an action to become a habit. In looking that up I discovered that most hold that to be a myth. Some sources state it takes 66 days! But a quote I found in a link to a Forbes article puts it best I think.

Most people want positive habits to be as easy as brushing their teeth. HELLO…LET’S BE ADULTS HERE…being great isn’t easy. In fact greatness requires sacrifice. It requires doing things that others won’t or can’t do. GREAT HABITS ARE FORMED DAILY. Truth be told, good habits require consistent commitment.
                                                                                                              Habit Formation: The 21-Day Myth

Lord, You really understand the importance of repetition in driving home the point. Fields of wheat and weeds and dragnets of fish, both good and bad – You used them all to make sure we understood about the Kingdom of Heaven. We’re responsible for obeying You and for spreading the word of Your grace and goodness. Our job is not to determine who gets it and who doesn’t. You and You alone will take care of those details – and with unquestionable justice.

Lord Jesus, may I never, ever, ever think I’ve got it all down pat. May I be consistent in my commitment to obey You. The Kingdom of Heaven on earth is much too important for me to take any chances. I must be determined to do my part with Your strength and wisdom. May I do so. Amen.Kingdom

Apr 3rd, 2018, Thurs, 8:33 am