How often do we stray from the ways of the Lord only to face defeat in our lives? God desires for us to walk near Him and trust Him for every battle we face, and He wants us to share our joys with Him. Our God is as close as a whispered prayer.
This message was given for another time and place, but is just as fresh today as it was then:
"Ye shall be victorious only to the degree that ye trust Me. I can help thee only as ye ask. Only as ye WALK shall the waters of adversity be parted before thee. I need those who have proved My sufficiency to lead the suffering to the fountains of Life."
My, how precious are the promises of the Lord, how comforting are His words, how gentle His love for His children. Knowing Jesus, and being wrapped up in the sweetness of the Holy Spirit, how could we help but love and obey the One who gave His all to buy our pardon! Lord, help us all to keep You close in our hearts and rest secure, knowing that in all our days, whether they are filled with laughter and joy, or seem to be only one long night of sorrow, Your boundless love sustains us. No matter what!
Proverbs 3:5,6-
"Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths."
Read a little bit of Proverbs, and you'll see right away that the whole book is speaking of wisdom and foolishness. All wisdom comes from the Father, and we sure do make a mess of things when we go our own way.
I know I've found that out too many times. Thank you, Lord, for not throwing me aside in my own selfish, and foolish mistakes. Thank you for your love and mercy, for the Word tells us: His mercy endureth forever!!! AMEN and AMEN!!
