It's All An Illusion

I've had two difficult nights of interrupted sleep -- hormones and the like. This morning I made sure to wear something that made me feel good -- my denim skirt I designed, my flat brown boots, two brown camisoles and a cool brown shrug with a sparkly pin. As I was "putting my face on" a thought skipped across my brain... "It's all an illusion."

My tired brain at 6:45 a.m. (have I mentioned that I'm not a morning person?) accepted that the image I was presenting this Thursday morning to 240 students (250 if you count 6th grade), was indeed an illusion. I was tired, had muscle stiffness, was a bit cranky, and, if I was to be completely honest with myself, looked every bit of my 47 years.

Later in the day, though, as I examined the whole "illusion" idea, I realized that thought was a lie from satan. An illusion is a "misleading image" or "something that deceives."

I am a Child of God, bought with a price, albeit, a tired Child :-). Nevertheless, what I saw in my mirror this morning was indeed a true reflection of my inside peace (see previous blog...), wearing great clothes, jewelry and makeup, a smile and, most importantly, the armor of God.

"Finally, be strong in the Lord and his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes." Ephesians 6:10,11

"You are not your own; you were bought with a price. Therefore honor God with your body." I Corinthians 6:19b,20

Blessings... Melodye