Authentic Living.

'It's not our accomplishments or achievements that matter... but our heart toward God - that's what really matters: living faithfully in the NOW - whatever circumstance or opportunity that is'. Those very words came from my mouth as I spoke with a friend reflecting on this past summer with all of its difficulty, setbacks and unknowns. I hesitated halfway and nearly couldn't finish my sentence. I knew what I wanted to say, I knew I wanted my heart to genuinely reflect the truth I was speaking, but in its own honesty, I knew my words were flat and empty. Failure in the spotlight of others' eyes is never a pleasant experience and many times the resistance and frustration has made me want to run relying on my own strength and will. I felt nothing but conviction when those words fell from my lips knowing my heart did not stand one with God, unified with His likeness.

Jesus, Jesus, may the course of my heart continue to change toward choosing the road that permits Your refinement in all of me.

'being' vs. 'doing' ... there's a big difference.