#8 - Happy is she that has mercy on the poor. Proverbs 14:21
She gives real action to her faith. Her attitude is merciful and humble.
#9 - Happy is she that trusts in the Lord. Proverbs 16:20
She doesn't just abide by His rules, she puts her trust in Him completely. I must not hold back from Him. I must not simply pray for His help. I must lay myself down on the altar and surrender to His will. It isn't cliche. It is real. It is a heart that must be continually given over. Just when I think I'm totally surrendered, the Lord leads me further in and asks me for more. Maybe I feel tentative. Maybe I think a little on it. I must surrender. I lay my self down again, in yet another way on His altar. And, He can be pleased in my life ultimately.
