Full Lectionary Reading from the Blue Book =) Matthew 3:1-12, Psalm 138
Psalm 138: 7 Though I walk in the midst of trouble,
you preserve me against the wrath of my enemies;
you stretch out your hand,
and your right hand delivers me.
8 The Lord will fulfill his purpose for me;
your steadfast love, O Lord, endures forever.
Hi Friends,
What are you like when you walk through the midst of trouble? The writer of Psalm 138 is chill despite his crazy circumstances. How would you describe yourself during this Advent Season? Are you waiting for God in a place of peace and confidence? Would you like to know the profound peace of Christ in this time of turmoil?
Christ is the embodiment of the word Peaceful, and you’ve been created in the “Imago Dei,” Image of God. When we are awake and present, we reflect God, and when we’re not, we play God. How is the Presence of “Peacefulness” showing up in your life?
True peace is in the driver’s seat for Enneagram style NINE. My sweetheart, best friend and co-laborer Scott, Enneagram NINE, is our guest NINE today! Allow his words to open a way for you to see Christ as your peace.
Type 9: The Peaceful Person. NINES embody the peace of God. Unflappable NINES,when they are living led by the “good spirits,” are easygoing, self-effacing, and working for effectual peace. Integrated NINES are good-natured, kindhearted, directly present to the here and now, engaged, and using their energy to address conflict/peace issues.
Practice the presence of Peace
- Confess slothfulness and anger
- Practice Simplicity
- Set your own boundaries, limits, and priorities
- Pay attention to your own needs
- Accept discomfort and change as part of life
- Morning and Nightly Examen
©Motions of the Soul Clare Loughrige, 2012
Join us for tomorrows devotion as we practice the Love of God with an Enneagram Style TWO.
Giving thanks for the peace of Christ,
Clare & Scott
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