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I finally decided to do an in-depth study of Oswald Chambers’ “My Utmost for His Highest” because my husband recommended it without reservation. My husband is very intelligent and well read and, while I am no slouch in those departments, I usually prefer lighter fare. “My Utmost for His Highest” is anything but light, so as I read each daily devotional, I process it through my poetry. The purpose of the book is to help people to get closer to God and I really want that closer relationship. I want to share my unique perspective on each day’s selection plus some of my other poems and insights.

Friday, August 20, 2010

August 20 - Christ-Awareness

One thing about recuperating - I have time to really dig into my study of "My Utmost for His Highest".  Here is the entry for today, meaning I have finally caught up!


I struggle with keeping You first, Lord.
Other things creep in, distractions,
Til I'm searching my heart for You
Finding only earthbound attractions.

Help me focus on You like a child,
Content in Your loving arms,
Hearing only Your restful  voice
Promising safety from harms.

Trusting that when You are here
My life will be ruled by Your grace.
Knowing that whatever comes,
You have allowed in this place.
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I love the reading for this day.  Christ-awareness is something to strive for.  I think sometimes we are afraid to seek Christ in our lives because we are afraid of what there is in His place.   Or we seek Him because we know He is not there and we miss Him.  Help us to be more Christ-aware every day.
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