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*admin* · 07-13-2006, 04:26 PM

Spiritual Checkup
READ: Proverbs 4:20-27
Examine me, O Lord. â€”Psalm 26:2
Given a choice, Iâ€™d probably not voluntarily visit my doctor for a physical exam. Iâ€™m inclined to assume that everything is okay and not bother my doctor about it. But since my wife is a nurse, I donâ€™t have a choice. I go in for regular exams.
And given a choice, many of us are a little afraid of spiritual checkups as well. After all, if we check our spirit too closely, we might have to change a habit or two. We might need something like an â€œattitude-ectomy.â€
I suggest that we get over our reluctance. With Godâ€™s guidance, letâ€™s undergo a spiritual checkup, using Proverbs 4:20-27 as a checklist.
Ears (v.20): Are we hearing Godâ€™s Word clearly and with understanding? Are we doing what those words tell us?
Eyes (vv.21,25): Are we keeping our eyes on the teachings that will guide us toward righteousness?
Heart (v.23): Are we protecting our heart from evil?
Tongue (v.24): Is our mouth clean and pure?
Feet (v.26): Are we walking straight toward Godâ€™s truth without wavering?
How did you do on your examination? Are there areas where you need to take action? Regular checkups will help to restore your spiritual vitality. â€”Dave Branon
Create in me a clean heart, O God,
Show me the way that Jesus has trod;
Then I will tell of Your saving grace,
Until the day when I see Your face. â€”Hess
A spiritual checkup is the key to spiritual health. --Our Daily Bread

Doraine · 07-15-2006, 01:08 PM

I still have a resentment about how 2 people in recovery treat me. The only thing I know to do about it is to pray for them. I don't have the courage to confront them directly. But maybe that isn't necessary. I guess I can't expect everyone to be your friend in recovery. I can only cultivate friendships with those who are willing to reciprocate.

07-13-2006, 04:26 PM	#1
admin Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 28,249	Spiritual Checkup Spiritual Checkup READ: Proverbs 4:20-27 Examine me, O Lord. â€”Psalm 26:2 Given a choice, Iâ€™d probably not voluntarily visit my doctor for a physical exam. Iâ€™m inclined to assume that everything is okay and not bother my doctor about it. But since my wife is a nurse, I donâ€™t have a choice. I go in for regular exams. And given a choice, many of us are a little afraid of spiritual checkups as well. After all, if we check our spirit too closely, we might have to change a habit or two. We might need something like an â€œattitude-ectomy.â€ I suggest that we get over our reluctance. With Godâ€™s guidance, letâ€™s undergo a spiritual checkup, using Proverbs 4:20-27 as a checklist. Ears (v.20): Are we hearing Godâ€™s Word clearly and with understanding? Are we doing what those words tell us? Eyes (vv.21,25): Are we keeping our eyes on the teachings that will guide us toward righteousness? Heart (v.23): Are we protecting our heart from evil? Tongue (v.24): Is our mouth clean and pure? Feet (v.26): Are we walking straight toward Godâ€™s truth without wavering? How did you do on your examination? Are there areas where you need to take action? Regular checkups will help to restore your spiritual vitality. â€”Dave Branon Create in me a clean heart, O God, Show me the way that Jesus has trod; Then I will tell of Your saving grace, Until the day when I see Your face. â€”Hess A spiritual checkup is the key to spiritual health. --Our Daily Bread

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07-15-2006, 01:08 PM	#2
Doraine Trusted Servant Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Lansford, PA Posts: 1,308	I still have a resentment about how 2 people in recovery treat me. The only thing I know to do about it is to pray for them. I don't have the courage to confront them directly. But maybe that isn't necessary. I guess I can't expect everyone to be your friend in recovery. I can only cultivate friendships with those who are willing to reciprocate.