My 4yr old niece Joslyn spent the night last night and was invited to go to Kindergarten with Will today. She was SO excited. Today was a Jean/Hat day for SSPP so everybody got to "choose" what to put on this morning (as opposed to the standard uniform for a normal day).
This morning Joslyn has on wild tennis shoes, a frilly jean skort under that stripy tank red white and blue dress she had been wearing for 2 days and a hot pink sweatshirt. I told her that she was going to be freezing, but mostly she had a plethora of much warmer, cleaner and way cute clothes I was dying to dress her in.
No WAY Jose. And the truth is, I kinda pushed her just a bit too far. She did have a few tears.... but with some hugs, kisses and some time to gather herself, we got back on track with a happy day.
Today's devotional was about putting on Christ like clothing. To do it in the morning; first thing. Somehow I don't think it would be like me trying to get Joslyn to put on what I had picked out. I don't see God trying to get me to wear or be anything I'm not. Sorry Jossy.
Lord, You made me the way I am so I am sure You are not out to manipulate me into anything. Thank You for that freedom to "put on" what I want. Even if it brings me consequences. I really do however, want to put on Your Righteousness, and pray I let you help me into that kind of dress.
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