Check Yourself, Encourage Yourself

Brinda Devine
Jul 30, 2019
2 min read

Psalm 118:24, (ESV), This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.

I have my days or moments where I am not living a life of purpose. Some days, I carry a lot on my mind.

There have been days that I have gotten up to say my morning prayers and found I was not excited about this brand new day God had given me. I actually thought, this day will be just like yesterday.

Stop - Hold up. It's time for a check up Brinda.

I know me. I have to consistently ready, study and write about God's Word. I have to. I need it - everyday. I have to actively seek after God. I have to constantly have Him as my standard or I will surely drift away back to old thoughts, habits and routines.

So I checked myself - I pulled out my Bible and read while I ate breakfast, while I streched on the floor I dialed up my playlist and worshipped God, and on the way to work, I listened to an inspirational sermon by Bishop TD Jakes.

And guess what happened? I got my mind right, I got my perspective right, I smiled, I laughed, I had a great day. I enjoyed the day that God gave me rather than waste it thinking stupid thoughts.

So, pay attention. When you are having your own days or moments - check yourself. Don't let those days, thoughts and feelings linger. Correct yourself and refocus. Fill yourself up on God's Word, worship Him, listen to inspiring messages, thank God throughout the day and ENCOURAGE YOURSELF.

Everyday is a day I should be living to the fullest. I have adsolutely no days to waste. So, I am telling you like I am telling myself, have a great day and don't cheat yourself!

With Love,

Brinda Devine

Brinda Devine, is the author of her signature book, Discover Your Value, Discover Your Purpose and her second book, Authentication Process. Brinda is also the founder of Purpose8 Institute, LLC a media organization with a mission to tell and teach the importance of making PURPOSE FIRST in our lives, our homes, our communities, and the world.

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