Who Are You Going To Be Judy

Character is a big, big deal to me. There is always some area I'm trying to refine within myself. In some ways, it's a large part of what drives me. I do pretty well in that department, but am always asking Jesus to help me be the best me I can be. The question I privately ask myself is, "Who are you going to be Judy?" ... sometimes I word it ... "Where are you going to land?"

• When I find myself in the middle of a conversation laced with gossip.
• When it's easier to twist words in such a way that I look more favorable and the other person looks less.
• When I have the opportunity to extend grace and mercy or cast judgement.
• When I have the option to speak up or stay silent.
• When I have the opportunity to shift blame or own up to my mistakes.
• When I can give God the glory or take it for myself.

Even in areas like...

• When I've wanted to blow money left and right (incidently, I'm doing really well in that department since the new year ... buying the mini-fridge and microwave for my office has already saved me over $50 the last seven days alone ... it hasn't paid off the appliances yet, but by the end of the month it will)
• When I want to eat fast food/junk food (doing better, but still room for much improvement...mini-fridge and microwave are helping)
• When I want to skip jumping on the treadmill (not doing great in this department)
• When I want to be lazy and not read (I found that if I keep my current book and Bible next to me at all times, it helps alot)

There's some work to be done, but in time...