"So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day. For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison, as we look not the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal." 2 Corinthians 4:16-18
It is a reoccurring theme for my life to become completely overwhelmed by busyness and a to-do list a mile long. And the preceding scripture is one I remind myself of often, although not often enough. In this new season of my life (being a married woman), I'm learning I cannot be the perfect wife, friend, or daughter. As hard as I try and push, I'm going to fail, and I'm going to become weary and overwhelmed by the day-to-day tasks.... unless I allow God to take control.... unless I allow God's grace to live through me... unless I allow myself to be humbled.
I can't do this without HIM. I can't live life with joy and love and patience and humility without GOD. Without fixing my eyes on the unseen- eternity.
My outer self is wasting away, but my inner self is being renewed day by day. That is so refreshing, knowing that if I fix my eyes on Christ and rest in Him, He will renew me from the inside out so that I won't be weary. Knowing that the everyday trials and chores are only momentary, allows me to live more joyfully taking heart that Christ has overcome the world (John 16:33). It is my prayer that I will surrender my burdens to God, choosing to serve others with humility, love, joy, and selflessness.
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