Friday the 13th? just another day to me

I am not one who is superstitious because of my faith in God, but today has definately been one where someone could/would say, "see, it's Friday the 13th and you are having bad luck." For the longest time in my life I used to say Good Luck and I still say it from time to time when I don't catch myself, but I can thank my mom for that. :) Why you may ask? Well my mom as she grew in the Lord taught me that it isn't about luck, but about Christ. So instead of saying Good luck, she would say the best to you or something of that caliber. I just want to say Thanks to my mom for imparting something into me that I can stand upon. It is not about luck at all. While there are unseen circumstances from time to time, it is called Life and it happens. We all go through unfortunate times and we go through great times, but it isn't luck. Why you may ask? Well I like to say that God is still on the throne and we still have breathe in our lungs. We are blessed to have life....period. Be good or bad circumstances we are to praise God, period.

Philippians 4:4-9, "Rejoice in the Lord always, I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable-if anything is excellent or praiseworthy-think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me-put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you."

I like what verse 4 says, Rejoice always in the Lord. So, whatever you are dealing with whether it be good or bad, give God the praise...period. Don't begin to make excuses as to why you can't worship Him. Even when Jesus was taking his stripes for us, He still gave praise to His father. He perservered and did not give up. While my issues this morning were aggravating, it was not worth getting anger stirred up inside of me. Yes, it did upset me and yes it did mess up my day, but to God be the glory! God is still on the throne and I still have breathe in my lungs to praise Him another day. Thank you Lord Jesus for giving me life and life more abundantly. I give you praise for this glorious day and thank you for all things.

I pray everyone has a blessed Valentine's Day.

Coach~