The day after getting that really negative email from Charlie, during my quiet time new thoughts came to mind of what to share with him. Sitting at  my computer, a positive letter poured out of my head and into an email–it was truly a letter from the Lord.

In reply Charlie started by asking forgiveness for his incorrect interaction, and later another email came expressing further remorse at his angry words.

So, the Lord answered prayer and worked; I am deeply thankful that He got me to listen to Him, directing me to lift my soul to Him the night before. Through that He could give me both a good night’s sleep and His positive perspective ın the morning.

The key was lifting my soul to God by writing out my thoughts and then comparing them to Scripture. To just express them verbally alone does not bring for me the insight that comes with writing. It brings clarity on what is actually happening inside me so the Lord can give perspective and direction. It is truly good to “pour out our hearts to Him, for God is our refuge” (Ps. 62:8).

Prayer: “Lord, praise you that you call us to lift our souls to you. Help me to be consistent in honestly telling you what I am thinking, feeling, wanting, and processing these in the light of your Word. Restore my soul so that you may rule me wholly. Amen.”