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Still chewing on the word "shield" ... Phil read ps115 2 nights ago for family devo and shield came up 3 times to contrast those whose trust is in other things. Those who surrender their trust in others for Jesus as their shield will have His attitude. Phil2. Rejected but joyful. Accused but fearless. Suffered but alive. Victimized but victorious. His attitude is about living a completely transformed life. I like that. I like that I have a "big Brother" whom I adore, admire, and worship. I will follow His footsteps and let Him be my Shield. Thank You Father for sending a perfect example.

Oh Jesus, Alive in me... my soul magnifies you. Who am I that you have chosen me? To serve you? To love you? To receive Your love? When I face adversity, may joy overflow from my suffering. When I face accusation, may You become my identity. When I face disappointment, may I find refuge in Your Word. You have taught me so much in the past 6 months through conviction the Word, difficult decisions, and unexpected situations. You have held on to me and chisel me as a minister's wife. You have knocked on my heart and shape me as my children's mother. You speak to my soul and keep me on Your path. I am amazed by You every day.