Struggle- The Spirit vs. The World

In this life, sometimes we will struggle. As a Christian, I find I struggle with trying to keep my focus. "Keep the main thing, the main thing." Keep my eyes on the prize.

"I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus." Philipians 3:14

This is my goal - to make it to heaven, to take my family with me and to take as many people who will accept the Word with me. Then why do I struggle so? Why am I so easily distracted by the things of this world? Why do I let the cares of this world absorb my time? What long lasting, eternal effect do they have on my life?

The great apostle Paul said this in Romans, "For I do not understand my own actions. For I do not do what I want, but I do the very thing I hate." Rom. 7:15 Paul took the words right out of my mouth! God's Word is so comforting, knowing that even Paul struggled with this world as I do.

Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect. Rom. 12:2

And the world is passing away along with its desires, but whoever does the will of God abides forever. I John 2:17

Christian sisters, please pray for me, that I may keep my focus, stay in the Word and seek always to do God's will above my own.

OOTD-Preacher's Wife in Stripes

I've discovered stripes of the Land's End sort! We were in Sears suiting up the kids for summer camp in Land's End so I took a trip to the women's department. Land's End clothing is just so well made and quality. Fit is great. Gotta love it. I was able to score this cardi on markdown, then extra 30% off, then use my Sears Rewards Your Way of $10 - making the total to me $10 for a $50 retail price cardigan. It will last for years!

I am watching Land's End like a hawk for end of season markdowns. There are several skirts and dresses I would love to pick up - all in neutral colors and classic cuts that will stand the test of time.

Online right now Land's End has extra 25% off markdown and free ship over $50- this would give you a great price on the cardi if they have your size still in stock!

Shirt: Old Navy Ruffle Henley
Cardi: Land's End Striped Fine Gauge Cardigan
Skirt: Eyelet skirt via Ross
Shoes: Payless Zoe & Zac last summer

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OOTD-Aye, Aye, Captain!

Just when you thought I couldn't pull any more stripes out of my closet - voila!

Shirt: JCrew Linen Striped Boatneck Sweater
Jeans: Wide Leg Liz C. Trouser
Shoes: Rialto (look exactly like Jambus) from Kohls - $20

OOTD-Showpiece Tee and Flowers

Day of work today. Tried to pretend it is summer out by wearing floral clothes. It's still cold!!

Shirt: Anthro Showpiece Tee
Cardi: Old Navy
Skirt: Ross
Shoes: RJ Girl via Ross