Let's not ask "Why?"

It is after midnight and I can't sleep. So, I gave up and thought I would do my devotion for tomorrow or I guess today. I guess I am wondering why I can't sleep. Why is my mind going 100 mph? Why do I feel God is trying to show my something? Why am I not sure what it is? Why am I questioning Him? Friends, I have been looking around lately and all I see are storm clouds and tidal waves. The feeling that my ship has lost it's rudder. That it is going here and there uncontrollably. have you ever felt this way? Do you feel this way now? Do you feel that your ship is taking on water and you can't stop the leak or bail the water out fast enough? I want us to jump in a backhoe instead of picking up a shovel to dig into some of the good stuff today.........

Bible Verse: 2 Samuel 22:31 "As for God, His way is perfect; the word of the Lord is tried: He is a buckler to all them that trust in Him."

When bewilderment engulfs you and despair and troubles loom at your door, when trials are like Marines storming the beaches of your life, you may want to ask God, "Why? Why? Why? Why me?" Friend, we may never understand why things happen the way they do in our lives, but that's not our job. Here is the thing, it is not even necessary for us to know why. That really God's question. Our response is really all that matters. When we don't think we can feel His hand, we must. I mean must trust His heart. Our job is to simply trust and obey. I know this is so hard to hear much less do! But, we must trust. So, what is happening in your that you have no explanation for, but long for answers? Let's try this. Ask God to give you peace and grace to trust Him. Then be still. Please have a great day and I pray that God can give you some peace today. I would like to ask a favor of you. Could you please say a prayer for one of my youth. She is having surgery at 8am today on her neck and is very scared. thank you in advance for your prayers.

 

Don't be lied to............

Good morning everyone. Is it a good morning? Have you been waking up and saying "It is great to be me!" or "My life couldn't be much better!" But, maybe you don't really wake up because you have never really got to sleep. Maybe, you are looking around and wondering what is going on around you. Have you ever felt like your life was spinning out of control and you didn't know which way to turn? If you have never felt this or something like it, you should really thank God for sheltering you from it. I have talked to so many lately that are in the storm of their lives. They feel they don't know which way is up. They feel they don't know which way to turn. I must tell you that this is exactly what the devil wants you to feel. He wants you to feel helpless. He wants you to feel lost, without hope. He is a liar and a deceiver! Do you feel like you've lost your joy? Or maybe it has been ripped away from you? Please read these verses today and hide them in your heart. Carve them in stone, so you won’t forget them. Let's dig into some of the good stuff........

Bible Verse: John 15:5 “I am the vine; you are the branches. The one who remains in Me and I in him produces much fruit, because you can do nothing without Me.

Bible Verse: Ephesians 5:20 giving thanks always for everything, to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.

First, we must always remember that the Lord will not leave us, nor forsake us! We must remember this above all else. Is that hard to do? You bet it is. We get so caught up in the storm we are in that we forget where are shelter is. We wonder around in the storm, scarred and lonely. When we could be tucked in close to our Rock. We could be taking refuge in our Hightower. Are we that dumb? Are we so thick headed that we have to go it alone? Ok, maybe I am just talking and typing about myself. I guess I am that dumb! I have been so focused on the storms, that I am not looking for the rainbow. What I am trying to say is, keep your eyes on the prize and don't let your joy be stolen! Our help comes from above! It is so good to type those words. I really can't explain nor do I want to. I will say this....This is my decree. I will rise! I am closing today with the lyrics of one of the best Christian songs I know.

I Will Rise by Chris Tomlin

There's a peace I've come to know

Though my heart and flesh may fail
There's an anchor for my soul
I can say "It is well"

Jesus has overcome

And the grave is overwhelmed
The victory is won
He is risen from the dead

And I will rise when He calls my name

No more sorrow, no more pain
I will rise on eagles' wings
Before my God fall on my knees
And rise
I will rise

There's a day that's drawing near

When this darkness breaks to light
And the shadows disappear
And my faith shall be my eyes

Jesus has overcome

And the grave is overwhelmed
The victory is won
He is risen from the dead

And I will rise when He calls my name

No more sorrow, no more pain
I will rise on eagles' wings
Before my God fall on my knees
And rise
I will rise

And I hear the voice of many angels sing,

"Worthy is the Lamb"
And I hear the cry of every longing heart,
"Worthy is the Lamb"

And I hear the voice of many angels sing,

"Worthy is the Lamb"
And I hear the cry of every longing heart,
"Worthy is the Lamb"
 

And I will rise when He calls my name

No more sorrow, no more pain
I will rise on eagles' wings
Before my God fall on my knees
And rise
I will rise

Have a blessed day and know that God loves and will never forsake you.