FRUSTRATION
Today's reading:  Romans 7-8

"I don't understand myself at all, for I really want to do what is right, but I don't do it.  Instead, I do the very thing I hate."  Romans 7:15 NLT

Apparently, Paul knew just what it was like to be me!  He, and I'm not sure how he did it, has put into words just what a 'day in the life of Malinda' looks like.

How frustrating.  How disappointing.  How sad.

My actions leave me scratching my head in disbelief at times.

My words exit my mouth with such a ferocious aim that I am often taken aback.

My lack of self-control disgusts me.

Paul knew and God knew, so they continued with pen and paper...

"...If God be for us, who can be against us?.."  Romans 8:31 NLT

A ray of sunshine on a dreary day.  A glimmer of hope for a downtrodden heart.  A cheer to push me through my losing streak.

God is for me.  His power works best in my weaknesses--and boy, oh boy, do I ever give Him plenty to work with.

I'll continue.  I'll press on. I'll trust Him to finish the work He has started in me, because let's be honest, it's got to be better than what I'm currently working with!