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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.

Wednesday, September 8, 2010

September 8 - Do It Yourself

Lord,
I used to think my worst battle
Was against evil and sin,
But then my human nature rose
And I caught a look within.

Sin can only get as far
As I allow it to,
But it has a home inside me
That I need to fill with You.

Lord, I need to be determined
To keep my self at bay,
Because where self is featured
Sin is never far away.
jj/10


I have been letting my self get in my way all day instead of writing this blog as early as I intended.  The things that filled my day were not "bad things" but they were distractions.  I need to concentrate constantly to avoid the pitfalls.
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  1. Beth AnnSeptember 11, 2010 at 5:59 AM

    It is soooo easy to get distracted! I do it all the time. Love your comments on Oswald's writings. Don't beat yourself up if you miss a day to post--the other things you are doing are worthy also!

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