Who am I....

My question to myself this week has been "Who am I?"

As I have already mentioned, something very distressing happened in our family and it has been a very hard week.

Being a follower of Jesus Christ does not make me immune to troubles, traumas or hurts. Jesus said that in this world we will have troubles, but to remember that He has overcome the world and our troubles.

It has been hard to see the Lord's hand in whats been going on, however I have come to realise that it's not just about whats going on, or whether or not I can see what the Lord is (or isn't) doing, it's also about how I handle the situation.

It has been suggested by some that I should scream and shout and tell people "what for....." Others have said that I should react in other 'ungodly' ways.

However, Who am I?

Should I judge someone elses actions however distressing they may be - however hurtful they may be - whatever damage they may cause?

Should I condem? Should I retaliate by getting my own back?

Should I turn my back on who's involved in this - give them the 'cold shoulder' to teach them a lesson?

Should I tell everyone about them to make them look bad?

Who am I?

Do I believe everything that is taught in my Bible? Do I believe that I should cultivate the Fruit of the Spirit - love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control? (Galatians 5v22-23)

If I do not want to grieve the Holy Spirit then I must let all bitterness, wrath, anger, clamor and evil speaking be put away and I should be kind, tenderhearted, and forgiving, even as God in Christ has forgiven me. (Ephesians 4v30-32)

If I live in the Spirit then I should also walk in the Spirit (Ephesians 4v25)

Even through the sadness of this time, I have an opportunity to grow closer to God; to put aside my fleshly ways; to know that I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.

I believe that "All things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called to His purpose" (Romans 8v28).

I believe that I am called to His purpose.

I believe that I love God. In fact I know I love God.

Therefore, I will walk the way of my Master. I will live a life that pleases Him and brings glory to His Name. I know He will never leave nor forsake me and His face will shine upon me.

Who am I?

I AM A CHILD OF THE LIVING GOD