Prov 4:23  "Keep uour heart with all diligence, for out of it spring the issues of life."
 
I've been reading the book  "Boundaries" and would like to share a few portions that have meant alot to me, helping me gain God's perspective and not my own.
     
"Boundaries define us....The concept of boundaries comes from the very nature of God.  God defines Himself as a distinct, separate being and He is responsible for Himself.  He defines and takes responsibility for His personality by telling us what He thinks, feels, plans, allows, will not allow, like and dislikes...In the same way He gave us His 'likeness', He gave us personal responsibility within limits.  He wants us to 'rule and subdue' the earth and to be responsible stewards over the life He has given us.  To do that, we need to develop boundaries like God's."
 
I found this fascinating that God has set boundaries for Himself and expects us to do the same.  And if we would fulfill His commandment to rule and subdue the earth, we must walk in the boundaries He's set.  But we must be honest with ourselves and God in order to set healthy boundaries in our lives.  To accomplish all of this, a close relationship with our Lord is utmost.
                    
Have a great day.

Pam