Intent...

On a different note...

Something that has begun to resonate in my life over the last few years, something I know that has come through spiritual growth & maturity... the recognition of "Intent"... This small word carries so much weight when it comes to our navigation of this life.
If we look at the true reason behind the things that we endure, how we receive or deliver them is based on the intent projected. An example would be how a dog processes the tone in our voice. Ever noticed the words mean less than the anger or love in the sound of our voice? Well, this is the same for us. We can say "I Love You" to someone, but that doesn't mean the message has been conveyed!
This also equates to the reception of certain aspects of our life. Just because trials come about, doesn't mean God hates us or is angry with us. It means Life just happened!! Happens to ALL of us! If we seek out the Intent, most likely we can filter the occurrence much better and it becomes manageable.
We must choose to live with Intent... to do things with purpose!! And to filter out the sincereity in the world around us. This will make our life richer, more powerful, and less emotionally driven. Who cares if someone swears, unless the intent was for malice. Who cares if you go to church, unless you truly have an intimate relationship with Christ. And if You are going to do something, anything in this life... If You Love someone, they should feel it in the way you interact with them! Are we going through life coasting, or Living On Purpose!?!?!
Be sure Your Intent is honest, clear, and in Love! We have the ability to affect those in our lives... in what manner shall we choose?

Good day & God Bless,
Chris