To straighten out twisted thinking, former procrastinators, we need to realize we have it. It takes humility to recognize that what I think needs revision. It takes humility to ask forgiveness, get the facts, submit to a revamp of knowledge, words, and action. God has wisely given us brains that can learn and change. What…
Why do we put things off, former procrastinators? How would you answer that question? Think of reasons we delay, not occasions when we do. Numerous ladies have shared their reasons with me. They boil down to this list. As you read it, consider what might be behind the objection. Why am I reacting this way? …
Here, former procrastinators, are some of the totally wrong or twisted thoughts that led to my procrastination and held me in their grip for years. Some of these I consciously relied on. Others I didn’t even notice, but I allowed them to turn me in the wrong direction. Notice how self-centered they are. Also, consider…
Sometimes, former procrastinators, we need to back up. What we may be doing wrong is thinking wrong. Wrong thinking leads to wrong behavior. That’s the reason my first procrastination talk focuses on recognizing procrastination in our lives and recognizing that God has opinions about it. We do not jump into how to fix things that…
Lately, former procrastinators, I read that I need to remember I am lovable and worthy. Hmmmm. I want truth to base that on, not just a declaration. The truth is God made me – in His image. He is love. He is worthy. He designed me to be like Him, reflect Him. He chose me…
Having rules, former procrastinators, can seem restrictive. However, carefully selected directives help make things work. They establish parameters to keep people safe or otherwise demonstrate respect. When things are left without direction, confusion and injury can result. It’s a matter of thinking through needs, not flying off the handle and making a rash declaration. Rules…
Showing respect to others, former procrastinators, shows the love of Christ. It often requires us to hold tightly to the Vine because respect might go against our natural bent. We put off deferring to another. “Making things work” doesn’t sound like it fits with abiding in the Vine. But I do think when we look…
Go to the ant, you sluggard; consider its ways and be wise! It has no commander, no overseer or ruler, yet it stores its provisions in summer and gathers its food at harvest.
Proverbs 6:6-8
. . . you have put off the old man with his deeds, and have put on the new man who is renewed in knowledge according to the image of Him who created him.
Colossians 3:9-10