Dear Beloved,
It’s been a rather busy week so far for me and it will continue to be busy I’m sure. You all are just a busy as I am (especially since you all are involved in the Christmas show!) so, I know you understand how I am feeling right now. We try desperately to control our lives and sometimes all of those around us too! I think about Mary and Joseph during weeks like this. Traveling with a pregnant wife who’s carrying the Son of God, the Messiah, to Bethlehem where they will have to make do with a stable/cave dwelling as the birthplace of Jesus. God provided then, just as He does now, for all of our needs. Troubles will always be with us, but so is God, and in that, we find peace. Love and Hugs, Scott
___________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________
Make Me The Focal Point of your search for security. In your private thoughts, you are still trying to order your world so that it is predictable and feels safe. Not only is this an impossible goal, but it is also counterproductive to spiritual growth. When your private world feels unsteady and you grip My hand for support, you are living in conscious dependence on Me.
Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young
Instead of yearning for a problem-free life, rejoice that trouble can highlight your awareness of My Presence. In the darkness of adversity, you are able to see more clearly the radiance of My Face. Accept the value of problems in this life,
considering them pure joy. Remember that you have an eternity of trouble free living awaiting you in heaven.Isaiah 41:10
So do not fear, for I am with you;do not be dismayed,for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.Psalm 139:10
…even there your hand will guide me, your right hand will hold me fast.James 1:2
Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kindsDaily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young