A few days ago I was led to read the book of Haggai. Yes, there is such a book. Very short, in the OT. It hit home for me in a big way. It speaks of hard work without receiving the full worth of your labor. The Lord then tells them it is because they have neglected the temple. He tells them to have a response of obedience and rebuild the temple in order to see all they do prosper.
You know when it seems like you're standing still and the world is moving around you. I want so badly to achieve and move forward in my life, but I feel like I've been running in place for so long. Expending energy, without reward. But I am so grateful to read God's Word and be reminded to work on rebuilding the temple because God promises success when He is taken care of in our lives.
In the midst of me preparing to be a wife, mother, and world changer, I must prepare my temple. I know I have to prepare, but the call can seem overwhelming. This scripture, however, brought relief to remind me that making my temple a place where God can reside is most important. So I have begun and will continue to work on myself physically, mentally and spiritually. I have to take care of my temple and rebuild the places that have been damaged and destroyed. When the Holy Spirit is truly at home in this surrendered in this temple, I will know no greater peace.
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