Today I was reminded of how important it is to make our souls 'bless the Lord'. My brother, sister, and I ran to town this morning to do a few errands. Nothing big, but my attitude stunk. On our way home, my sister was reading off scripture in Deuteronomy, which made my heart think of this song, "Oh My Soul" by Laura Story. I sang a part of it right there, then had Sharon read off Psalm 103. 'Bless the Lord, O my soul. All that's in me bless his Holy Name'. As she read, the Holy Spirit was opening my eyes to how self centered I have become lately. Instead of choosing to let God direct my attitude for His glory, I chose instead to let it control me. The only things that seemed to be coming out of my mouth were excuses for how I was behaving instead of Praises for the Glorious One who has made all things for his Glory (which includes me).
No more for today. I choose to make this day one of Praise instead of apathy. To bless the Lord and others, instead of focusing on how I can make myself happy.
Till next time, ~ Bell Out. (aka His Pearl of Praise.)
