Picture yourself walking along a path. You come upon a boulder in the center of the path. You can try to move it or just walk around it and continue on your journey. Next, you encounter a large rock, smaller than a boulder but large enough to clearly see it and avoid walking right into it.
Finally, there is a small rock which can easily be overlooked. Be careful that you do not stumble and trip over it for that could greatly impede if not completely stop your ability to go forward. Wounding or severe injury could result that could
Did you ever watch birds glide across a blue summer sky? Some birds clearly fly on a mission with a destination in mind. But there are some who spread their wings wide and glide gracefully and seemingly without effort.
Do you frantically seek each destination or have you honed the skill to just glide with complete trust in the Lord? You can greatly reduce the frantic and frenetic ways of the world in your life. Just glide in His grace.
For it is written:
“And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made
Do you sometimes have too much going on in your life? Do you feel overwhelmed? Do worry and anxiety seep into your spirit? Is your heart troubled? After all, it is always a heart issue.
Step back, even if just for a short time. Unplug from all contact. Take time to rest in the Lord for a while.
The world will go on without you. Let His peace wash over you, refresh your spirit and renew your life. Listen for His direction.
For it is written:
“Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the
God knows right where you are and exactly what is going on in your life. He truly knows every detail far beyond what even you think you know. Just stay focused on Him.
Do not let the circumstances around you skew your vision. For in His perfect time all will become clear. Listen to Him only.
For it is written:
“In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.”
If God has given you a word, hold fast to it. It is for an appointed time. And though it may tarry, it will be fulfilled in His perfect timing. Do not be discouraged or derailed by what you see happening around you.
For it is written:
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart; and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths.”
It is hard not to see the rapid denigration of society as terrorism rises and basic relational civility declines daily.
Do not be a part of the problem but rather be part of the solution. Walk in integrity. Be kind. Take responsibility. Show compassion. Be the light in a darkened world.
For it is written:
“Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.”
Some situations are for a season. It is well to seek the Lord’s wisdom and discernment to know when a season changes.
Think about it. Would you wear a winter parka on a sunny, warm summer day? Of course not! You would recognize the seasonal change and clothe yourself accordingly.
Likewise, discern the seasons in the Spirit and clothe your own spirit accordingly.
For it is written:
“And in the morning, ‘There will be a storm today, for the sky is red and threatening.’ Do you know how to discern the appearance of the sky, but cannot discern the signs
