Inner Voices

Last night at Bible study, we were talking about our inner voice. Everyone has one, or at least I think they do lol. Mine can be loud and annoying, and a lot of times, she gives bad advice. 

I am a super positive person who loves to encourage others. Why is it that my inner voice is the polar opposite? She is snarky, belittling, and unforgiving. Someone said the most profound thing last night. She said, "if you wouldn't say it to your friend, why are you saying it to yourself?" Why do I allow that inner voice to be so mean to me? I need to have a reset! If my friends deserve grace, forgiveness, and time to heal, don't I? 

We can be SO hard on ourselves. Expecting so much more than humanly possible. My prayer is that the inner voice will be quiet and leave space for the Holy Spirit! I want to focus so much on God, His Word, His love for me, and His characteristics, that there will not be room for snarky and mean comments. 

More of You, God, and less of me! 

Fill me with Your Spirit and quiet that inner voice! Guide me, encourage me, and strengthen me! Draw me closer to You, Father!