I know, it's been awhile since I've posted. Like many other things in my life, these 21 days are turning into months. But, I will finish each lesson. I may not do it the way it's intended to be done, but it will happen.
It will take discipline. Discipline in my thoughts and discipline in my actions. Discipline to exercise. Discipline to eat right. I hate the word discipline.
But, today I learned that discipline is the means to take control of my life, rather than letting my life control me. So, being the "controlling" person that I am, why is it so hard?
I spent the better part of the past week at our cabin celebrating Dean's 50th birthday. There were lots of laughs and a great time was had by all celebrating 50 years of one man's life. But, then the party was over and I started thinking about how fast time goes by. At best, I have 2-3 decades left. Sounds like a long time, but if it goes as fast as the last 2-3 decades, it'll be over way too soon.
Today's lesson tells me that Proverbs has the words of wisdom that I need to get control of my life. If I take them to heart, I can become a more disciplined person. For the next 31 days, I plan to read one chapter each day.
I am not afraid to die. I know that I will spend eternal life in heaven. I know that because I believe God. Therefore, I must believe what He says and the Bible calls for discipline. I guess I don't hate that word after all.
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