Contentment vs Passion

Scripture referentces for FB post.

Contentment
1. Job 36:11
If they obey and serve him, they will spend the rest of their days in prosperity and their years in contentment.
Job 36:10-12 (in Context) Job 36 (Whole Chapter)
2. Song of Solomon 8:10
[ Beloved ] I am a wall, and my breasts are like towers. Thus I have become in his eyes like one bringing contentment.
Song of Solomon 8:9-11 (in Context) Song of Solomon 8 (Whole Chapter)
3. 1 Timothy 6:6
But godliness with contentment is great gain.
1 Timothy 6:5-7 (in Context) 1 Timothy 6 (Whole Chapter)
Sluggard (complacency)
1. Psalm 58:8
Like a slug melting away as it moves along, like a stillborn child, may they not see the sun.
Psalm 58:7-9 (in Context) Psalm 58 (Whole Chapter)
2. Proverbs 6:6
Go to the ant, you sluggard; consider its ways and be wise!
Proverbs 6:5-7 (in Context) Proverbs 6 (Whole Chapter)
3. Proverbs 6:9
How long will you lie there, you sluggard? When will you get up from your sleep?
Proverbs 6:8-10 (in Context) Proverbs 6 (Whole Chapter)
4. Proverbs 10:26
As vinegar to the teeth and smoke to the eyes, so is a sluggard to those who send him.
Proverbs 10:25-27 (in Context) Proverbs 10 (Whole Chapter)
5. Proverbs 13:4
The sluggard craves and gets nothing, but the desires of the diligent are fully satisfied.
Proverbs 13:3-5 (in Context) Proverbs 13 (Whole Chapter)
6. Proverbs 15:19
The way of the sluggard is blocked with thorns, but the path of the upright is a highway.
Proverbs 15:18-20 (in Context) Proverbs 15 (Whole Chapter)
7. Proverbs 19:24
The sluggard buries his hand in the dish; he will not even bring it back to his mouth!
Proverbs 19:23-25 (in Context) Proverbs 19 (Whole Chapter)
8. Proverbs 20:4
A sluggard does not plow in season; so at harvest time he looks but finds nothing.
Proverbs 20:3-5 (in Context) Proverbs 20 (Whole Chapter)
9. Proverbs 21:25
The sluggard's craving will be the death of him, because his hands refuse to work.
Proverbs 21:24-26 (in Context) Proverbs 21 (Whole Chapter)
10. Proverbs 22:13
The sluggard says, "There is a lion outside!" or, "I will be murdered in the streets!"
Proverbs 22:12-14 (in Context) Proverbs 22 (Whole Chapter)
Passion (obsession)
1. Hosea 7:6
Their hearts are like an oven; they approach him with intrigue. Their passion smolders all night; in the morning it blazes like a flaming fire.
Hosea 7:5-7 (in Context) Hosea 7 (Whole Chapter)
2. Romans 7:5
For when we were controlled by the sinful nature, the sinful passions aroused by the law were at work in our bodies, so that we bore fruit for death.
Romans 7:4-6 (in Context) Romans 7 (Whole Chapter)
3. 1 Corinthians 7:9
But if they cannot control themselves, they should marry, for it is better to marry than to burn with passion.
1 Corinthians 7:8-10 (in Context) 1 Corinthians 7 (Whole Chapter)
4. Galatians 5:24
Those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the sinful nature with its passions and desires.
Galatians 5:23-25 (in Context) Galatians 5 (Whole Chapter)
5. 1 Thessalonians 4:5
not in passionate lust like the heathen, who do not know God;
1 Thessalonians 4:4-6 (in Context) 1 Thessalonians 4 (Whole Chapter)
6. Titus 2:12
It teaches us to say "No" to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age,
Titus 2:11-13 (in Context) Titus 2 (Whole Chapter)
7. Titus 3:3
At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived and enslaved by all kinds of passions and pleasures. We lived in malice and envy, being hated and hating one another.
Titus 3:2-4 (in Context) Titus 3 (Whole Chapter)
Devotion (Passion)
1. 2 Kings 20:3
"Remember, O LORD, how I have walked before you faithfully and with wholehearted devotion and have done what is good in your eyes." And Hezekiah wept bitterly.
2 Kings 20:2-4 (in Context) 2 Kings 20 (Whole Chapter)
2. 1 Chronicles 28:9
"And you, my son Solomon, acknowledge the God of your father, and serve him with wholehearted devotion and with a willing mind, for the LORD searches every heart and understands every motive behind the thoughts. If you seek him, he will be found by you; but if you forsake him, he will reject you forever.
1 Chronicles 28:8-10 (in Context) 1 Chronicles 28 (Whole Chapter)
3. 1 Chronicles 29:3
Besides, in my devotion to the temple of my God I now give my personal treasures of gold and silver for the temple of my God, over and above everything I have provided for this holy temple:
1 Chronicles 29:2-4 (in Context) 1 Chronicles 29 (Whole Chapter)
4. 1 Chronicles 29:19
And give my son Solomon the wholehearted devotion to keep your commands, requirements and decrees and to do everything to build the palatial structure for which I have provided."
1 Chronicles 29:18-20 (in Context) 1 Chronicles 29 (Whole Chapter)
5. 2 Chronicles 32:32
The other events of Hezekiah's reign and his acts of devotion are written in the vision of the prophet Isaiah son of Amoz in the book of the kings of Judah and Israel.
2 Chronicles 32:31-33 (in Context) 2 Chronicles 32 (Whole Chapter)
6. 2 Chronicles 35:26
The other events of Josiah's reign and his acts of devotion, according to what is written in the Law of the LORD -
2 Chronicles 35:25-27 (in Context) 2 Chronicles 35 (Whole Chapter)
7. Job 6:14
"A despairing man should have the devotion of his friends, even though he forsakes the fear of the Almighty.
Job 6:13-15 (in Context) Job 6 (Whole Chapter)
8. Job 15:4
But you even undermine piety and hinder devotion to God.
Job 15:3-5 (in Context) Job 15 (Whole Chapter)
9. Isaiah 38:3
"Remember, O LORD, how I have walked before you faithfully and with wholehearted devotion and have done what is good in your eyes." And Hezekiah wept bitterly.
Isaiah 38:2-4 (in Context) Isaiah 38 (Whole Chapter)
10. Jeremiah 2:2
"Go and proclaim in the hearing of Jerusalem: " 'I remember the devotion of your youth, how as a bride you loved me and followed me through the desert, through a land not sown.
Jeremiah 2:1-3 (in Context) Jeremiah 2 (Whole Chapter)

Slug Day

Dishes are sitting on the counter, laundry is wet in the washer but I'm having a slug day. The world of domestic chores will have to wait till I am motivated. I have been working out regularly and hard. My body is in pain all the time now, but in a good way, I think.

I'm trying to tell myself that I am reserving my energy for another hard workout today, visiting with my mom and the shoe shopping yet to come.

I was so tired last night that I fed everyone crackers, fruit and cheese.

I need some motivation.

Me, Me, Me

Yes I an really doing something for me. I'm not going to talk about what it is but I am just so happy to be working on me. I hope to share by my birthday some amazing new things.

Reye's 8th Birthday

Ok, we have invited Reye's class, the scouts and the soccer team to his Birthday this Friday. To worry or not. In the past I would have already started to clean or at least look around for all the areas that will need to be clean. Not any more. I bought the cake and candles. That's it. I'm done. No fancy sign, plates, balloons. Just a cake. Can I really do that? No gift bags, no chips. That's right, just a cake and the GAME Truck. Will the backyard get clean, will the playroom be ready for a truck load of boys to destroy? I don't know? All I know is I will be trucking along as if I wasn't having a party till Friday. Then I will be cracking the whip when they get out of school. It will all come together and if not, they are boys. Come on, our men at the age of 40 don't even notice the clean house. These boys will have tunnel vision. Game Truck, Lego's, Cake and Presents. I'm not going to over think this one. Yes, this is a little self talk, but I'm sticking to it.

Pants on the Ground

Image by Chris Pirillo via Flickr

I just love the song this 62 year old sang. i use to work a group home and would watch those boys running alone holding up their pants. Gota to love it.

Prayers / direction

I pray that this day my steps would be guided by you. May I learn to listen to your voice in everything I do. No area is too big or small for your light to lead me. Lord I still feel so undecided about so many things. Especially when it comes to spending money. My money is yours. Lord how do you want me to spend my money. I want to get fit but don't know how to with this body that feels pain every time I try. Father it will cost a lot to get help. Please Lord guide me in this for the money we have is little.

Child, you did not inflict this harm upon yourself. It was a selfless sacrifice of carrying each of your children to term. Your body is tired and broken in your act of service to them. Mary lavished out a gift upon my head for the amazing sacrifce I was to give now it is time for you to use the money you have saved to prepare your body for the next season of your life. I have much more for you to to my child but you must get fit to enjoy it.

I wil do it Lord. I will find a Sprts medicine Dr. and then once cleared get the trainer. I will learn to take care of my body.

Day to Day/Inspiration

Image by Dead Air via Flickr

Loving life today. Listening to my favorite music on the computer. The kids are coloring in the kitchen. I just finished doing my 5 job searches for unemployment benefits. Yes, life is good. The crayon on the table is no problem. I know how to get that off. Sheets are being washed, diapers have been changed and we are a happy house.

Been thinking of a few different things. The great relational times built at the changing table. How my oldest is growing up. Passion will be the glue that holds my marriage together.

As much as I hate the smell and wiggle legs while changing my boys I must say that I love diaper time. Some of the best smiles and hugs are given at the changing table. I sing to them. I tell them that they have a yummy belly and that I must eat them up. They just light up. I can get nose to nose with them and Eskimo kiss.

Kay is growing up into a lady in every way. I spoke with a friend the other day that was struggling with her daughter that didn't want to spend time because mom had taken away privileges. Her daughter was only one year older than mine. I see Kay tear up when she get's in trouble. Struggling to work hard on her chores. I have always wondered when her sadness would be turned towards us as parents. She has never said anything hurtful towards me. I had a thought of building a special locked box for her to keep a journal in. She could have all her supplies and I could leave love notes through a mail slot. I was surprised when I talked to her last night to hear that she already needs a place to write her hurt and angry feelings. The best part was telling her that she will never get in trouble for her feelings. My desire is to teach her how to deal with them in a healthy way. Not exploding with them. Not repressing them but surrendering them to God and asking the Father what she needs to learn an do with them. It was a great talk. I told her that hurt between the ones we love will happen but it can also be the glue that holds us together if we find healing and wholeness after we have been hurt. I am so excited to see the results of helping my children to have a full range of emotions expressed on purpose.

The best for last. The key to a great marriage I believe is passion. To be honest I'm still working on it. I had really thought that communication and submission was the key. That flirtation, being cherished, making eyes at each other was a thing for single/newlyweds. He made the catch and now we were just available to each other. Well I'm not buying that any more. I am eager for my man to continue to chase me for the rest of our lives. I am eager to learn how he wants me to flirt with him. We are so different. Why do I think this is the key? Well it hit me. I was in a legalistic relationship with Christ for 12 years before I entered into one of unconditional love. Wow. The difference it made. It is no longer fear of displeasing him that keeps me on the road of Christ but an undying, passionate love for the savior. When your eyes are full of love, admiration for the Lord the desire to make him happy will follow. I think this can apply in a marriage. When love is blind the little things won't offend. And believe me the bedroom will definitely see a few more happy faces. Why on earth would us women just go along for the ride without fighting for that passionate love to be a constant. If we let this dye, like I had for a time, other areas will be soon to follow. Find that yearning you had for your husband and keep it alive. If I wanted to grow old with a friend I would have married a girl.