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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

Instinct

Instinct is defined as an innate urge, rooted in natural conditioning rather than reason. The above quote is true if the heart is scripture based. Scripture likens sinners to creatures of instinct. (Jeremiah 17:7-10,Proverbs 1:17, Jeremiah 8:7) It seems the bible considers instinct to be an animal trait more than a human trait when God is not present. The key here is the natural conditioning. This speaks to the survival instinct. There are times when the survival instinct kicks in with situations we encounter in our lives. This is not always with God present. Our lives must be deeply rooted in the belief that God exists and Jesus is our savior. Jesus set aside all instincts and became totally dependant on God for everything. (Luke 42:22) That goes against all natural instincts we follow. (Psalms 51:17) It takes the sacrifice of a broken spirit to follow as Christ did. (Matthew 20:17-28) That is the opposite of what the world teaches. Read the passages given here to understand what that means. Instinct can be a moral safety net if Christian based or a pit for the sinner when it is totally human based. Where you go in life determines the instincts you will follow.
This week another Moontear image.
The copic colors used are:

That is it for this week. May the good Lord bless and keep you safe. Remember to "Always Love The Details."
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8 comments:

  1. kiwimeskreationsMarch 6, 2024 at 2:53 AM

    A great definition of instinct, Jim, and the distinction between godly based vs natural instincts
    Love your colouring of this image - its exquisite
    Blessings
    Maxine

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  2. Martha Jane OrlandoMarch 6, 2024 at 10:58 AM

    When God is the center of our lives, our instincts can serve a higher purpose.
    Blessings, Jim!

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  3. JD/ JillMarch 6, 2024 at 3:20 PM

    Beautifully said, Honey, and as always beautifully colored...
    Love, (your wife, Jill (like you don't know who I am...smile!)

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  4. NstizMarch 6, 2024 at 5:20 PM

    Beautiful message and once again, just incredible coloring. Her eyes look SO real and the hair is so well done. I do hope you are framing and hanging these. They are just incredibly beautiful!

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  5. NstizMarch 6, 2024 at 5:23 PM

    Beautiful message and fabulous coloring. Those eyes get me every time. They look so real as does her hair. I do hope you are framing these gorgeous works of art!

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  6. Em Louise FairleyMarch 7, 2024 at 9:29 AM

    Another beautifully composed piece, both in terms of writing and your coloring xoxo

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  7. R's RueMarch 11, 2024 at 10:35 AM

    Thank you

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  8. ConniecrafterMarch 12, 2024 at 10:48 AM

    We are so blessed to know that we were given the Holy Spirit to guide our paths and be beside us on this journey of life, what a blessing that has been to all Christians! Gorgeous coloring of the girl too!

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