![]() We draw from our experiences and the messages we received from cultural resources, identities, and emotions to frame what we are experiencing. Thus, we have to be careful as we face critical moments in our lives, not to become our greatest obstacle. You know, get in our own way. That’s why God has given us a plumb line, His Word, so that we don’t have to rely on faulty thought processes to frame what’s taking place in our lives. His Word levels our thoughts, emotions, and feelings, and helps keep us centered. The idea of a plumb line can be found in the story of Amos, who was a herdsman. Amos was not an intellect like Moses, or a great prophet like Elijah, he was just a simple herdsman and a grower of sycamore figs. When God spoke to him he did so in the form of a vision. He met Amos where he was. In the vision he saw a piece of string with a weight of lead at the bottom of it, a plumb line. Amos could identify the importance of the use of a plumb line and its significance, the instrument used in building to make sure that the project is level and centered. “The Lord said to me, ‘What do you see, Amos?’ And I said, ‘A plumb line’” Then the Lord said, ‘Behold I am about to put a plumb line in the midst of My people Israel.’” (Amos 5:8) Charles Spurgeon wrote, “The first work of divine grace in the soul is to pull down all that nature has built up. God says. ‘I cannot use these stones in my building. This man has been behaving himself admirably in some respects, and he thinks that he is building up a temple to my honour and glory with his own natural virtues and good works. But all this must be dug out,’ so that a square and sound foundation can be built.” Some of our experiences have proven not to serve us well as we navigate through our relationships, conflict, and challenges. Just like with the children of Israel, God wants to root out thoughts and messaging that lead to reckless behavior. Let’s submit ourselves to God and use His plumb line to measure the soundness of our thoughts, emotions, and feelings. GiGi❤️
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