Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my strength, and my redeemer. Psalm 19:14

I often find myself meditating on things that are not good for me. I let other people’s words or actions determine how I will act. I allow my whole day to be spoiled and I don’t much feel like spending time with the Lord. I need to spend time and ask when I see myself being this way,, Is this acceptable to you Lord? Are my thoughts acceptable to you? Are the words I speak acceptable to you? Are my actions what you would have them be? The best way to do this is to search Him out in His Word, to read and speak what it has to say. Then will I understand as His Word takes root in my heart, and my words and the meditation of my heart will change to be more of what He would have me saying and thinking about. He will give me the strength to do this, and then He can accomplish in me what He has set out for me this day. After all, how can I shine as a light when my heart is dimmed by the cares of the world?