Bob and I went to our oldest granddaughter's softball game Friday evening. I heard the umpire repeatedly call out with a loud voice of authority. Often it was, "Strike one, strike two, strike three, you're out!" I saw each girl on both softball teams go up to the batter's box, and with hope of expectancy, was waiting to hit the softball far into the field. I knew that every girl on both teams knew that she had to hit the ball, or be walked to first base, or strike out.
Who are you listening to in your mind? Are you listening to the enemy's loud voice that speaks deafening accusations in your mind that you have made too many mistakes. He speaks that there is no hope in your marriage. Ask yourself if is the enemy speaking or your Lord Jesus Christ, speaking to your heart. Satan speaks of discouragement, defeat and reminds you of all your past failures. Jesus Christ speaks love, and gives hope and forgiveness. Who are you listening to each day?
I pray that you will become like our granddaughter, Allyson and not become discouraged. She chooses to practice more with her earthly father so that her Heavenly Father can bless her good works. Are you spending more time with your Heavenly Father to know His will and way in your life and marriage? As you spend time with your Lord, learning the Word of God and putting it into practice, He will bless you with a restored marriage.
"Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock." Matthew 7:24
