one little word

     Today in church, my pastor talked about the devil and temptation, and how we can resist that temptation. It was such an encouraging and inspiring message for me, especially as I'm entering the school year (speaking of the school year, prayer is appreciated; I start tomorrow) - I need to remember that I have all of the power I need from God inside of me to resist temptation.
     I am the biggest procrastinator you ever met. No exaggeration. It's difficult when I keep saying "I can read that later" or "I can do that in a minute" only to find myself cramming - again. I wonder what happened this time. I try so hard!!! Why isn't it working?
     I'm learning to be patient with myself. I'm not perfect, and I need to rely on God more. And I need to be patient with myself and my struggles. It's not easy getting past them, and it's impossible if I try to do it without God.
     A verse my pastor mentioned really, really encouraged me. I'm positive you've all heard it before - I've heard it before. But it took on new meaning today:

Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.

James 4:7

      Maybe it's because I've felt so bound lately - always wanting to be perfect; never wanting anyone to think poorly of me. It's exhausting. I want freedom. I want the devil to flee from me.
 
One little word shall fell him.
Jesus.

We sang "A Mighty Fortress Is Our God" in church and it is now my anthem.

The spirit and the gifts are ours through him who with us sideth!

I want to draw near to God and resist the devil. I know I'll find freedom in Jesus. :)

-Sarah

P.S. Happy Labor Day :)