Scripture
Philippians 4:4-8
Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.
Observation
Lilies most commonly mean devotion or purity, though meaning can vary by type of lily, culture, and color
Application
Peace that transcends all understanding, I could really use some right now. I am trying hard to rejoice and not be anxious. The part I struggle with is all the “think on these things.” It is hard to find the noble, right, pure, lovely, admirable, excellent or praiseworthy when all you get slammed with on media is just the opposite. BUT, if it were easy would it be worth doing? This is a treasure hunt. We need to devote ourselves to searching out these gold nuggets. Then hold on to them. Because they are more precious than gold!
Prayer
Lord, I will devote myself to seeking out the good in life and there I will find you. ~Amen
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