<p>I have learned in HODAH about my identity.  I am a daughter of God.  Because my God is the King of the universe, I am the princess. In the past week, I began thinking deeply about how to act as a princess of God.  My daily chores, such as cleaning, taking out the trash, dishes, cooking, and running errands, became my royal duties.  Cleaning the toilet became a duty that I, princess, must do with a smile.  Yes! Cleaning the toilet with a smile!  If a frown or complaining heart rises, I rebuke the evil spirits trying to steal away my identity and continue wiping the porcelain bowl with grace and elegance. </p><p> </p><p>This is me.  I am a princess because my God is the King.</p><p> </p><p>What about my children and my spouse?  Are they children of God?  Yes, they are children of God; I am a princess, and my family is related and closely tied to me; thus, they are children of God.  Then, how should they be treated, especially by me?  How can I behave towards the royal family as a wife and a mother?  I (should) treat them as if they are genuinely princesses and princes. (I write “should” because I do not fulfill them 100% of the time)  </p><p> </p><p>This is me. I am a princess because my God is my Lord.</p><p> </p><p>I (should) treat my family with kindness, gentleness, and love because they are part of God’s royal family.  I forgive and respect them even though they might say hurtful things to me.  I protect them and mend their physical and emotional wounds. Also, I discipline and rebuke when needed.  I take pride in their success and well-being.</p><p> </p><p>This is me. I am a princess because I am a daughter of God.</p><p> </p><p>As a princess, I look at the friends I have around me.  I think about the topics to discuss before I meet them.  Gossip and the latest trend no longer entertain me but are a bore.  I talk about what matters the most: Spirit-led testimonies and encouragements.  Some friends find me boring because I no longer entertain them with “fun” topics. </p><p> </p><p>This is me. I am a princess because my God is above all rulers.</p><p> </p><p>I am unable to fulfill my royal duties 100% of the time.  There are moments when I forget I am a princess and hurt my family and friends.  Nevertheless, I quickly find my composure by calling out to Jesus out loud or in my heart, and I am back to my princess identity.</p><p> </p><p>Recently, I was reminded that my job (I am a part-time teacher) at the school is a palace.  I have neglected my students in pursuit of a higher and better earthly dream, and I forgot to truly serve the current students.  I sought a full-time job for my own sake – it had little to do with helping the students.  It is no wonder God had a roadblock to pursuing a full-time job.  I repented for thinking only about myself and my family and completely ignored the lives of other students.  God has given me a set of students to be an advocate for them, yet I neglected them.  I was not a good steward of the given responsibility.  But, as a princess of God, I will not look back and dwell on the past mistake but move forward and fulfill my princess duty by becoming a stronger supporter of my students. </p><p> </p><p>This is me. I am a princess because my God has built a palace for me to dwell in.</p><p> </p><p>Thank you, God.  I do not deserve to be your princess, yet you put me in a royal place with responsibilities.  I am honored to be your servant, my Lord.  Use and lead me, and I will follow the heavenly red carpet to my real castle in heaven. </p><p> </p><p>Amen</p>
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첫댓글 A translation in Korean is in KM New Acts #6526. Be blessed. I put a link below.
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