Are you a Decoy?

[Ruth]

I posted this before at Rapture News under my previous onscreen name of Morgan. But thought I would post it again for any new member who may not have read it before. I wrote it one day about 2 years ago and still reflect back on it often. It is an insight that has helped me a great deal and pray it will help others.

Are You a Decoy?

Some days it seems as though I should never have left the warmth of my bed. Everything seems to go wrong - from

1. dropping my freshly filled favorite coffee cup on my keyboard first thing in the morning -
2. to my computer taking four times as long to process every command as usual
3. and a client calling every five minutes to see if I have that report done yet -
4. To the phone ringing and hearing from every friend whom hasn't called me in 6 months and chose this moment to pick up the phone and want to 'catch up'
5. to every telemarketer in the world calling in between
6. to having everyone I have faxed a report to that day tell me they never received it

At some point - I realize I am under attack. These are not coincidences. And the choice is made - to give in and give up and have that temper tantrum I so justly deserve and therefore be ready to tear off the head of the next person I talk to -

or realize that I am on the front lines taking the hits from the enemy and since he is not omnipresent - if he is messing with me - then that means there is a brother or sister in the Lord who is having a good day and recuperating from a day they need to be able to witness to someone for the Lord.

So, I wave the white flag and accept my assignment as decoy and smile. For, while the enemy was thinking I would destroy my witness and lose my joy - he was wasting his time and another soul was saved somewhere down the street by someone who was not under attack.

I am a decoy in the army of God - reporting for duty!

[jacee92]

Thank you for posting this. The next time i'm having a "decoy day" i will remember this and smile :) and your right things always come at once on the one day you just don't want to deal with it.

[Berean Girl]

I had a decoy day this past Friday, it was hard, but I realized it for what it was and while it took time for me to get over the "what was that all about, I am hurt", I finally did. 2:

[JAYNA]

[Ruth]

Thank you Jayna. Glad you liked it.2:

[shulamite]

Oh I sure know those "front line" days go. Being under attacks of various kinds is not something new or strange to me. Thanks for the post. I figure it this way, if we are doing what we ar supposed to be doing, the enemy will come after us. It's like wearing a big "bull's eye" target on your chest!
I rejoice because the enemy would not come after me if I wasn't making a difference or if I wasn't pleasing my First Love!

[ub4war]

I posted this before at Rapture News under my previous onscreen name of Morgan. But thought I would post it again for any new member who may not have read it before. I wrote it one day about 2 years ago and still reflect back on it often. It is an insight that has helped me a great deal and pray it will help others.

Are You a Decoy?

Some days it seems as though I should never have left the warmth of my bed. Everything seems to go wrong - from

1. dropping my freshly filled favorite coffee cup on my keyboard first thing in the morning -
2. to my computer taking four times as long to process every command as usual
3. and a client calling every five minutes to see if I have that report done yet -
4. To the phone ringing and hearing from every friend whom hasn't called me in 6 months and chose this moment to pick up the phone and want to 'catch up'
5. to every telemarketer in the world calling in between
6. to having everyone I have faxed a report to that day tell me they never received it

At some point - I realize I am under attack. These are not coincidences. And the choice is made - to give in and give up and have that temper tantrum I so justly deserve and therefore be ready to tear off the head of the next person I talk to -

or realize that I am on the front lines taking the hits from the enemy and since he is not omnipresent - if he is messing with me - then that means there is a brother or sister in the Lord who is having a good day and recuperating from a day they need to be able to witness to someone for the Lord.

So, I wave the white flag and accept my assignment as decoy and smile. For, while the enemy was thinking I would destroy my witness and lose my joy - he was wasting his time and another soul was saved somewhere down the street by someone who was not under attack.

I am a decoy in the army of God - reporting for duty!

MORGAN?
YOU RASCAL
i wish i had know that sooner:tongue

[Ruth]

MORGAN?
YOU RASCAL
i wish i had know that sooner:tongue

Thank you Ub - glad you are happy it's me.
I decided to start fresh with a new name on the new site.
Looks like others have done the same.

[Ruth]

Bump - there are new people on the board who may not have read this and as the world is getting more stressed out - I thought this might be something that would lift a heart out there.

[GaryH]

I posted this before at Rapture News under my previous onscreen name of Morgan. But thought I would post it again for any new member who may not have read it before. I wrote it one day about 2 years ago and still reflect back on it often. It is an insight that has helped me a great deal and pray it will help others.

Are You a Decoy?

Some days it seems as though I should never have left the warmth of my bed. Everything seems to go wrong - from

1. dropping my freshly filled favorite coffee cup on my keyboard first thing in the morning -
2. to my computer taking four times as long to process every command as usual
3. and a client calling every five minutes to see if I have that report done yet -
4. To the phone ringing and hearing from every friend whom hasn't called me in 6 months and chose this moment to pick up the phone and want to 'catch up'
5. to every telemarketer in the world calling in between
6. to having everyone I have faxed a report to that day tell me they never received it

At some point - I realize I am under attack. These are not coincidences. And the choice is made - to give in and give up and have that temper tantrum I so justly deserve and therefore be ready to tear off the head of the next person I talk to -

or realize that I am on the front lines taking the hits from the enemy and since he is not omnipresent - if he is messing with me - then that means there is a brother or sister in the Lord who is having a good day and recuperating from a day they need to be able to witness to someone for the Lord.

So, I wave the white flag and accept my assignment as decoy and smile. For, while the enemy was thinking I would destroy my witness and lose my joy - he was wasting his time and another soul was saved somewhere down the street by someone who was not under attack.

I am a decoy in the army of God - reporting for duty!

What an excellent post!!!

I think I'm a "full-time" decoy...

[Ruth]

What an excellent post!!!

I think I'm a "full-time" decoy...

It seems that many of us get to share in the 'job' more often than we realize!

So glad you liked it!

[Xtreme Cowboy]

I posted this before at Rapture News under my previous onscreen name of Morgan. But thought I would post it again for any new member who may not have read it before. I wrote it one day about 2 years ago and still reflect back on it often. It is an insight that has helped me a great deal and pray it will help others.

Are You a Decoy?

Some days it seems as though I should never have left the warmth of my bed. Everything seems to go wrong - from

1. dropping my freshly filled favorite coffee cup on my keyboard first thing in the morning -
2. to my computer taking four times as long to process every command as usual
3. and a client calling every five minutes to see if I have that report done yet -
4. To the phone ringing and hearing from every friend whom hasn't called me in 6 months and chose this moment to pick up the phone and want to 'catch up'
5. to every telemarketer in the world calling in between
6. to having everyone I have faxed a report to that day tell me they never received it

At some point - I realize I am under attack. These are not coincidences. And the choice is made - to give in and give up and have that temper tantrum I so justly deserve and therefore be ready to tear off the head of the next person I talk to -

or realize that I am on the front lines taking the hits from the enemy and since he is not omnipresent - if he is messing with me - then that means there is a brother or sister in the Lord who is having a good day and recuperating from a day they need to be able to witness to someone for the Lord.

So, I wave the white flag and accept my assignment as decoy and smile. For, while the enemy was thinking I would destroy my witness and lose my joy - he was wasting his time and another soul was saved somewhere down the street by someone who was not under attack.

I am a decoy in the army of God - reporting for duty!

Thank you...I had a very good week. I may have to repay you back next week!

[Ruth]

Thank you...I had a very good week. I may have to repay you back next week!

You are welcome! I have to say - that is the FIRST time I have heard that reaction - I love it. Thank you!!!!!!!

[Ruth]

Bump - many people are feeling under attack from the enemy so I thought I would bring this one out again.

[Berean Girl]

Guys, I posted under prayer requests about my situation with the neighbor upstairs.... it seems these people just dont care what time it is in the morning, especially on a weeknight, as far as making inconsiderate noise which has been causing me anxiety and lack of sleep. They are up until at leastr 130 - 2 something in the morning, and I have not been getting my rest. Not only that, I sleep with earplugs and ac going, and I STILL HEAR THEM.

Today, I am completely drained, my body hurts because I guess I did not sleep in a good position, and spiritually I am tired, I feel all dried and shriveled up, and don't feel close to God, eventhough I am trying to fight this feeling/sentiment I am feeling. I am feeling like a hypocrite at times, like I'm just going thru the motions.

Please pray for me.

[Berean Girl]

That I know what the scriptures say about us not having the spirit of fear, because God does not give us that, but honestly, I dont want to be here anymore. Everyday I feel like whats the point, this is so unreal, its all vanity, no one wants to be saved, and I am struggling in my own faith..... just trying to stay one step ahead of the adversary. I have not been feeling like I'm being fed, I do devos everyday and I know the truth inherent in them, yet I feel nada. I am tired of feeling this way. Yes yes, its not about feelings, but then again, it is for me.

[Xtreme Cowboy]

That I know what the scriptures say about us not having the spirit of fear, because God does not give us that, but honestly, I dont want to be here anymore. Everyday I feel like whats the point, this is so unreal, its all vanity, no one wants to be saved, and I am struggling in my own faith..... just trying to stay one step ahead of the adversary. I have not been feeling like I'm being fed, I do devos everyday and I know the truth inherent in them, yet I feel nada. I am tired of feeling this way. Yes yes, its not about feelings, but then again, it is for me.

I understand your pain...stay tough...we're praying for you. You're not alone...I'm sure if we aren't there now, we have been or soon will be.

[Ruth]

That I know what the scriptures say about us not having the spirit of fear, because God does not give us that, but honestly, I dont want to be here anymore. Everyday I feel like whats the point, this is so unreal, its all vanity, no one wants to be saved, and I am struggling in my own faith..... just trying to stay one step ahead of the adversary. I have not been feeling like I'm being fed, I do devos everyday and I know the truth inherent in them, yet I feel nada. I am tired of feeling this way. Yes yes, its not about feelings, but then again, it is for me.

How are you doing sis? Still praying for you!

[faithful2Him]

Ruth, what a great post! Of all the "bad days" that are yet to come, now I have something to smile about!

[Ruth]

Ruth, what a great post! Of all the "bad days" that are yet to come, now I have something to smile about!

So glad you enjoyed it. God bless you!