Abandonment and Packing The Word

My devotion last night focused on truly recognizing Jesus--His appearance and voice in your life. I am captivated by this idea of being so fully sold out that I don't ever hesitate when He speaks. But I'm not there yet.

The author said, "We step right out with recognition of God in some things, then self-consideration enters our lives and down we go...If you debate for even one second when God has spoken, it is all over for you...It is only through abandonment of yourself and your circumstances that you will recognize Him." I want to experience that as a natural part of my life. That is my goal. I pray that as I serve Him in Mexico I will move one step closer.

On another note, I have debated all week whether to take my Bible I read from daily to Mexico. It is big and bulky. It weighs in at almost 4 lbs. So instead I packed a thin NT in my backpack and a more compact complete Bible in my suitcase. They both travel easier. But I couldn't get it out of my mind that I wanted my regular Bible with me...it kept bugging me. Finally, today, I thought, "Why am I bothered about the extra weight? It's God's Word and it's my most treasured possession." I want it with me. Period. So I it packed in my suitcase. I feel so much better knowing it will be by my side all week.