PeteKeener (@PeteKeener)

"Jesus Always" by Sarah Young September 3rd IF ANYTHING IS EXCELLENT or praiseworthy, think about such things. This may sound easy, but it's actually quite countercultural. People who work in the media almost always shine their spotlights on what is wrong. They rarely bother to report good things that are happening---especially the many good things My people are doing. Having a positive focus is not only countercultural; it's contrary to human nature. Your mind is a magnificent creation, but it is deeply fallen. When Adam and Eve rebelled against Me in the Garden of Eden, everything was damaged by the Fall. As a result, seeking to focus on excellent things does not come naturally to you. It requires persistent effort---making the right choice over and over again. Daily, moment by moment, you choose to look for what is good. In spite of the massive problems in your world, much remains that is worthy of praise. Moreover, the One who is most praiseworthy is the One who is right beside you---closer than your thoughts. Rejoice in Me, beloved! "Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable---if anything is excellent or praiseworthy---think about such things." Philippians 4:8 "When the woman saw that the fruit of the tree was good for food and pleasing to the eye, and also desirable for gaining wisdom, she took some and ate it. She also gave some to her husband, who was with her, and he ate it." Genesis 3:6 "How much better to get wisdom than gold to choose understanding rather than silver!" Proverbs 16:16 "Nevertheless I am continually with You; You hold me by my right hand." Psalm 73:23 NKJV