What Can You Endure?

God blesses those who patiently endure testing and temptation. Afterward they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him. James 1:12

        Seattle Rush Hour Traffic at a Snail's Pace

Endure. Consider how you feel when you have to wait in a long line or a slow traffic jam. I get anxious--even though scripture teaches that we should not be anxious.

     - Do not be anxious about anything. Instead, in every situation, through prayer and petition with thanksgiving, tell your requests to God. Philippians 4:6 NET

Patiently endure. When we recently visited Seattle and we're stuck in rush hour traffic--I was glad I was NOT driving. Somehow it is easier to "patiently endure" when I'm not in the drivers seat. Can that be applied spiritually? Amazingly enough when I allow Jesus to be the "driver" of my life then I'm not so anxious. Yes. Realizing that is amazing. Jesus can be in control. It is our choice--choose Jesus--choose less anxiety. 

Endurance for those who love God seems to be of utmost importance. God has promised eternal life AND a crown...to those who love Him and patiently endure testing and temptation. That is difficult. Subconsciencely we strive to be the Best...the first...at least I have found this for myself. I am after all a competitive person. Is this a test for me...to be less competitive? Yet..."I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength." Philippians 4:13.. All things...whether it means resisting temptation of eating a sweet I know I shouldn't have or going somewhere earthly temptation is strong. Flee from evil and evil apperarances. God has promised not only eternal life, but a crown of life to those who love Him. Do you love God? Do you love God with all your heart soul mind and strength? Patiently endure testings and temptations. 

Prayer ~ Lord teach me to patiently endure the trials and temptations before me. 

Daily Bible Reading: Galatians 1-3

Friday’s Feast at the King’s Table

After a wonderful Thanksgiving dinner a dear friend, Florence, shared a favorite recipe of hers. It was famous at Commander's Palace in New Orleans.

Seafood Sauce

1 cup catsup

1/4 cup cream style horseradish sauce

1/8 to 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

Brown sugar to taste 

Mix together and serve with shrimp or any seafood.

Happy Birthday, Marv.

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