2 Peter 1:5-9 (1599 Geneva Bible)
"5 Therefore give even all diligence thereunto: join moreover virtue with your faith: and with virtue, knowledge:
6 And with knowledge, temperance: and with temperance, patience: and with patience, godliness:
7 And with godliness, brotherly kindness: and with brotherly kindness, love.
8 For if these things be among you, and abound, they will make you that ye neither shall be idle, nor unfruitful in the acknowledging of our Lord Jesus Christ:
9 For he that hath not these things, is blind, and cannot see far off, and hath forgotten that he was purged from his old sins."
I was studying scripture yesterday and was in 2 Peter. I looked up online each trait that Simon Peter wrote about in this scripture passage. The definitions are listed below.
Virtue--A virtue is a right inner disposition, and a disposition is a tendency to act in certain ways. Disposition is more basic, lasting and pervasive than the particular motive or intention behind a certain action. It differs from a sudden impulse in being a settled habit of mind, an internalized and often reflective trait. Virtues are general character traits that provide inner sanctions on our particular motives, intentions and outward conduct.
Faith--Belief, trust, and loyalty to a person or thing. Christians find their security and hope in God as revealed in Jesus Christ, and say "amen" to that unique relationship to God in the Holy Spirit through love and obedience as expressed in lives of discipleship and service.
Knowledge--It means, therefore, knowledge that still admits of growth, not yet ripe or complete. It is worth noting that the word for absolute knowledge, epistêmê, does not occur in the New Testament. By “knowledge” here is probably meant spiritual discernment as to what is right and what is wrong in all things; the right object, the right way, the right time.
Temperance--The word here refers to the mastery over all our evil inclinations and appetites. We are to allow none of them to obtain control over us.
Patience--Bearing all trials and difficulties with an even mind, enduring in all, and persevering through all.
Godliness--Piety towards God; a deep, reverential, religious fear; not only worshipping God with every becoming outward act, but adoring, loving, and magnifying him in the heart: a disposition indispensably necessary to salvation, but exceedingly rare among professors.
Brotherly kindness--Love to Christians as such.
Love--Love to all mankind.
Verse nine says "For he that hath NOT these things, is BLIND, and CANNOT SEE far off, and HATH FORGOTTEN that he was PURGED from his old sins."
Peter was not known for his soft speaking, apologetic demeanor! When he had something to say he said it and let the Holy Spirit work out how it was received. How would you take being told that you were BLIND and CANNOT SEE far off? The point Peter was trying to get across was unless one exhibits the traits above, the person has forgotten where he was SAVED FROM!
There is NO CONDEMNATION (Romans 8:1) to them who are in CHRIST JESUS. Phil Robertson of Duck Dynasty fame said it quite plainly in his famed GQ interview "“We never, ever judge someone on who’s going to heaven, hell. That’s the Almighty’s job. We just love ’em, give ’em the good news about Jesus—whether they’re homosexuals, drunks, terrorists. We let God sort ’em out later, you see what I’m saying?” GOD calls me to LOVE people. HE is capable of judging them!
Saturday, May 31, 2014
Friday, May 30, 2014
"I HAVE LEARNED!"
Philippians 4:10-20 (ESV)
"10 I rejoiced in the Lord greatly that now at length you have revived your concern for me. You were indeed concerned for me, but you had no opportunity.
11 Not that I am speaking of being in need, for "I HAVE LEARNED" in whatever situation I am to be content.
12 I know how to be BROUGHT LOW, and I know how to ABOUND. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing PLENTY and HUNGER, ABUNDANCE and NEED.
13 I can do all things through him who strengthens me.
14 Yet it was kind of you to share my trouble.
15 And you Philippians yourselves know that in the beginning of the gospel, when I left Macedonia, no church entered into partnership with me in giving and receiving, except you only.
16 Even in Thessalonica you sent me help for my needs once and again.
17 Not that I seek the gift, but I seek the fruit that increases to your credit.
18 I have received full payment, and more. I am well supplied, having received from Epaphroditus the gifts you sent, a fragrant offering, a sacrifice acceptable and pleasing to God.
19 And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.
20 To our God and Father be glory forever and ever. Amen."
Since July 09, 2007 it seems I am constantly finding myself saying "since the stroke". I really don't want to glorify an event that was so traumatic in my history, but so much has changed in my perspective since that morning that most things are related "before the stroke" and "after the stroke". The way things APPEAR to me has changed immensely! When you wake up and fall flat on your face because you can't walk, AND then your ability to select the words you need to form a sentence evaporates, AND your mind is operating in a "FOG", you can't help coming face to face with mortality.
Imagine, all of the sudden, having your ability to communicate escape your control! I began trying to slow my speech down to enunciate the INTENDED words coming out of my mouth. But no matter how I tried, the control over what was being said. Frustration was abundant for I HAD NO CONTROL!
The Apostle Paul experienced a similar occurrence on the road to Damascus. He was blinded and all of the sudden could not see. Having to have someone assist you with your every move goes against every fiber of our being. It took me years to realize how vulnerable I was, and still am, in everything I do. It took Paul less than a week to come to a realization of what he was and how vulnerable he was.
When you finally come to grips that GOD above PROVIDES for you, whether in ABUNDANCE or NEED, it makes circumstances a lot easier to accept. Paul received gifts sent by the Macedonians and Thessalonians, but the gifts were from GOD (v. 19). It has taken me a while to say "I HAVE LEARNED", but to come to the understanding that GOD uses the bad times as well as the good times to mold us into a vessel that can glorify HIM. "I HAVE LEARNED" that I am still learning, and I will be learning until that day!!!
"10 I rejoiced in the Lord greatly that now at length you have revived your concern for me. You were indeed concerned for me, but you had no opportunity.
11 Not that I am speaking of being in need, for "I HAVE LEARNED" in whatever situation I am to be content.
12 I know how to be BROUGHT LOW, and I know how to ABOUND. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing PLENTY and HUNGER, ABUNDANCE and NEED.
13 I can do all things through him who strengthens me.
14 Yet it was kind of you to share my trouble.
15 And you Philippians yourselves know that in the beginning of the gospel, when I left Macedonia, no church entered into partnership with me in giving and receiving, except you only.
16 Even in Thessalonica you sent me help for my needs once and again.
17 Not that I seek the gift, but I seek the fruit that increases to your credit.
18 I have received full payment, and more. I am well supplied, having received from Epaphroditus the gifts you sent, a fragrant offering, a sacrifice acceptable and pleasing to God.
19 And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.
20 To our God and Father be glory forever and ever. Amen."
Since July 09, 2007 it seems I am constantly finding myself saying "since the stroke". I really don't want to glorify an event that was so traumatic in my history, but so much has changed in my perspective since that morning that most things are related "before the stroke" and "after the stroke". The way things APPEAR to me has changed immensely! When you wake up and fall flat on your face because you can't walk, AND then your ability to select the words you need to form a sentence evaporates, AND your mind is operating in a "FOG", you can't help coming face to face with mortality.
Imagine, all of the sudden, having your ability to communicate escape your control! I began trying to slow my speech down to enunciate the INTENDED words coming out of my mouth. But no matter how I tried, the control over what was being said. Frustration was abundant for I HAD NO CONTROL!
The Apostle Paul experienced a similar occurrence on the road to Damascus. He was blinded and all of the sudden could not see. Having to have someone assist you with your every move goes against every fiber of our being. It took me years to realize how vulnerable I was, and still am, in everything I do. It took Paul less than a week to come to a realization of what he was and how vulnerable he was.
When you finally come to grips that GOD above PROVIDES for you, whether in ABUNDANCE or NEED, it makes circumstances a lot easier to accept. Paul received gifts sent by the Macedonians and Thessalonians, but the gifts were from GOD (v. 19). It has taken me a while to say "I HAVE LEARNED", but to come to the understanding that GOD uses the bad times as well as the good times to mold us into a vessel that can glorify HIM. "I HAVE LEARNED" that I am still learning, and I will be learning until that day!!!
Thursday, May 29, 2014
"SEVENTY YEARS"!!!
Jeremiah 29:10-13 (KJV)
"10 For thus saith the LORD, That after seventy years be accomplished at Babylon I will visit you, and perform MY good word toward you, in causing you to return to this place.
11 For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.
12 Then shall ye call upon ME, and ye shall go and pray unto ME, and I will hearken unto you.
13 And ye shall seek ME, and find ME, when ye shall search for ME with all your heart."
Jeremiah 29:11 is one of the most quoted verses from the Old Testament. The promise and hope from GOD is what it seems everyone wants to focus on. But so many people are caught up in the health, wealth, and prosperity message that they ignore the verse right before Jeremiah 29:11! In Jeremiah 29:10 scripture records "That after seventy years be accomplished at Babylon I will visit you"! The children of Israel had to experience captivity for "SEVENTY YEARS" before they received the promise and hope from GOD.
I would imagine that the captivity must have not been the most enjoyable for the Israelis. Living under other peoples rules and lifestyles is not something most of us have experienced. Having to do what the Babylonians commanded was the penalty the Israelites were given since they chose to NOT obey The LORD. The hearing of the Israelis had to be adjusted so they would listen to ALMIGHTY GOD!
"Then shall ye call upon ME, and ye shall go and PRAY unto ME, and I will hearken unto you"! The children of Israel had to get their hearts right before GOD would hear them. Their prayers were not productive until their hearts were transformed. GOD desires to do "exceeding abundantly" (Ephesians 3:20) more than we could ever dream for our lives. In order to do those things, we must "search for ME with all your heart." We are mistaken if we think all we need to do is 'holler to Heaven' and HE will provide our whims.
The "SEVENTY YEARS" of Babylonian captivity proved to be brutal and painful for the children of Israel. GOD can let sin hold us captive while HE adjusts our spiritual hearing to listen for (and to) HIM. I pray my spiritual hearing never needs adjusting so badly that it takes me being captive for "SEVENTY YEARS"!
"10 For thus saith the LORD, That after seventy years be accomplished at Babylon I will visit you, and perform MY good word toward you, in causing you to return to this place.
11 For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.
12 Then shall ye call upon ME, and ye shall go and pray unto ME, and I will hearken unto you.
13 And ye shall seek ME, and find ME, when ye shall search for ME with all your heart."
Jeremiah 29:11 is one of the most quoted verses from the Old Testament. The promise and hope from GOD is what it seems everyone wants to focus on. But so many people are caught up in the health, wealth, and prosperity message that they ignore the verse right before Jeremiah 29:11! In Jeremiah 29:10 scripture records "That after seventy years be accomplished at Babylon I will visit you"! The children of Israel had to experience captivity for "SEVENTY YEARS" before they received the promise and hope from GOD.
I would imagine that the captivity must have not been the most enjoyable for the Israelis. Living under other peoples rules and lifestyles is not something most of us have experienced. Having to do what the Babylonians commanded was the penalty the Israelites were given since they chose to NOT obey The LORD. The hearing of the Israelis had to be adjusted so they would listen to ALMIGHTY GOD!
"Then shall ye call upon ME, and ye shall go and PRAY unto ME, and I will hearken unto you"! The children of Israel had to get their hearts right before GOD would hear them. Their prayers were not productive until their hearts were transformed. GOD desires to do "exceeding abundantly" (Ephesians 3:20) more than we could ever dream for our lives. In order to do those things, we must "search for ME with all your heart." We are mistaken if we think all we need to do is 'holler to Heaven' and HE will provide our whims.
The "SEVENTY YEARS" of Babylonian captivity proved to be brutal and painful for the children of Israel. GOD can let sin hold us captive while HE adjusts our spiritual hearing to listen for (and to) HIM. I pray my spiritual hearing never needs adjusting so badly that it takes me being captive for "SEVENTY YEARS"!
Wednesday, May 28, 2014
"I AM THE LORD!!!"
Isaiah 45:5-7 (ESV)
"5 I am the LORD, and there is no other, besides me there is no God; I equip you, though you do not know me,
6 that people may know, from the rising of the sun and from the west, that there is none besides me; I am the LORD, and there is no other.
7 I form light and create darkness, I make well-being and create calamity, I am the LORD, who does all these things."
There was recently in a newspaper a couple of news articles that one could be consider to be humorous. One was regarding so-called "same sex marriage" and the other was about abortion and when a fetus becomes a "viable option"! I use the word 'humorous' very loosely, as once again, man is attempting to do what only GOD has the authority to accomplish. GOD defined "marriage" in Genesis 2:18-25. GOD created (and still creates) mankind and only HE gives life! No one can explain why some live through some perilous happenings, yet others slip into eternity seemingly so unexpectedly.
GOD's ways a far beyond our understanding (Isaiah 55:8-9). Man cannot contemplate a plan that GOD cannot alter to accomplish HIS glory. Psalms 115:3 reminds us "Our GOD is in the heavens; HE does all that HE pleases". Then we read Isaiah 45:7 that says "I (GOD) form light and create darkness, I make well-being and create calamity, I am the LORD, who does all these things." ALL these things!
At times it appears as though GOD is letting us see just how futile trying to live on our own wisdom is. Proverbs 21:30 informs me that "No wisdom, no understanding, no counsel can avail against the LORD." Mankind has made, and will continue to make, a vast array of different laws and regulations to appease themselves and their conscience. But GOD has already completed (John 19:30) all of the requirements for living a Holy life. When will we realize that when GOD says "I AM THE LORD", we cannot improve upon that? All of the laws and ordinances in the world cannot trump "I AM THE LORD, and there is NO OTHER, besides ME there is no GOD"!!!
"5 I am the LORD, and there is no other, besides me there is no God; I equip you, though you do not know me,
6 that people may know, from the rising of the sun and from the west, that there is none besides me; I am the LORD, and there is no other.
7 I form light and create darkness, I make well-being and create calamity, I am the LORD, who does all these things."
There was recently in a newspaper a couple of news articles that one could be consider to be humorous. One was regarding so-called "same sex marriage" and the other was about abortion and when a fetus becomes a "viable option"! I use the word 'humorous' very loosely, as once again, man is attempting to do what only GOD has the authority to accomplish. GOD defined "marriage" in Genesis 2:18-25. GOD created (and still creates) mankind and only HE gives life! No one can explain why some live through some perilous happenings, yet others slip into eternity seemingly so unexpectedly.
GOD's ways a far beyond our understanding (Isaiah 55:8-9). Man cannot contemplate a plan that GOD cannot alter to accomplish HIS glory. Psalms 115:3 reminds us "Our GOD is in the heavens; HE does all that HE pleases". Then we read Isaiah 45:7 that says "I (GOD) form light and create darkness, I make well-being and create calamity, I am the LORD, who does all these things." ALL these things!
At times it appears as though GOD is letting us see just how futile trying to live on our own wisdom is. Proverbs 21:30 informs me that "No wisdom, no understanding, no counsel can avail against the LORD." Mankind has made, and will continue to make, a vast array of different laws and regulations to appease themselves and their conscience. But GOD has already completed (John 19:30) all of the requirements for living a Holy life. When will we realize that when GOD says "I AM THE LORD", we cannot improve upon that? All of the laws and ordinances in the world cannot trump "I AM THE LORD, and there is NO OTHER, besides ME there is no GOD"!!!
Tuesday, May 27, 2014
"EVERY MORNING"!!!
Lamentations 3:22-24 (ESV)
"22 The steadfast love of the LORD never ceases; his mercies never come to an end;
23 they are new EVERY MORNING; great is your faithfulness.
24 "The LORD is my portion," says my soul, "therefore I will hope in him."
This day, as I begin the journey GOD has for me to travel, I am humbled to even be given another day to magnify HIS name. Every day my GOD awakes me from my rest and restores my trust and hope in HIS mercies. Being called "one of HIS own" is the biggest blessing an individual can have.
"They (HIS mercies) are NEW "every morning" cannot be improved upon. I cannot embellish the fact the HE, the ONE who created the heavens and the earth, sees fit to commune with me daily! HIS faithfulness is unmatched and timeless. HE is ALWAYS there for me, and ALWAYS right on time.
I cannot leave out verse 24! "The LORD is my portion, therefore I will hope in HIM!" An attempt at putting this in the vernacular would go something like this, "If GOD don't give it to me, I don't need it"! HE knows what is best for me, and HE will provide what I need, when I need it. There is no need for me to fret or worry, for the Master of the Universe is in charge of my life!
Trials and tribulations may be on the horizon, but I have the assurance that HIS steadfast love is there for me "EVERY MORNING"! Storms may be in the forecast, but I know the ONE who controls the storms (Luke 8:22-25). HE never takes a vacation or a holiday! HIS mercies are new "EVERY MORNING"!!!
"22 The steadfast love of the LORD never ceases; his mercies never come to an end;
23 they are new EVERY MORNING; great is your faithfulness.
24 "The LORD is my portion," says my soul, "therefore I will hope in him."
This day, as I begin the journey GOD has for me to travel, I am humbled to even be given another day to magnify HIS name. Every day my GOD awakes me from my rest and restores my trust and hope in HIS mercies. Being called "one of HIS own" is the biggest blessing an individual can have.
"They (HIS mercies) are NEW "every morning" cannot be improved upon. I cannot embellish the fact the HE, the ONE who created the heavens and the earth, sees fit to commune with me daily! HIS faithfulness is unmatched and timeless. HE is ALWAYS there for me, and ALWAYS right on time.
I cannot leave out verse 24! "The LORD is my portion, therefore I will hope in HIM!" An attempt at putting this in the vernacular would go something like this, "If GOD don't give it to me, I don't need it"! HE knows what is best for me, and HE will provide what I need, when I need it. There is no need for me to fret or worry, for the Master of the Universe is in charge of my life!
Trials and tribulations may be on the horizon, but I have the assurance that HIS steadfast love is there for me "EVERY MORNING"! Storms may be in the forecast, but I know the ONE who controls the storms (Luke 8:22-25). HE never takes a vacation or a holiday! HIS mercies are new "EVERY MORNING"!!!
Monday, May 26, 2014
"SURE TRUST!!"
"I believe that the Christ
who was slain on the cross
has the POWER to CHANGE lives today.
For HE changed me completely
a new life is mine
that is why by the cross I will stand
I believe in a hill called Mount Calvary
I believe whatever the cost
And when time has surrendered
and earth is no more
I'll still cling to the Old Rugged Cross!"
Romans 10:11 (GNV) says "For the Scripture saith, Whosoever "BELIEVETH" in HIM, shall not be ashamed."
One commentary on Romans 10:11 enlightens us "To believe in God is to "yield" and "consent" to God’s promise of our salvation by Christ, and that not only in general, but when we KNOW that the promises pertain to us whereupon riseth a SURE TRUST."
What is a "SURE TRUST"? How can I be so certain that all of this BIBLE stuff is real and I am not living a life based on a farce! The Bible says in Hebrews 11:6 "But without FAITH it is impossible to please HIM: for he that cometh to GOD, must believe that GOD is, and that HE is a rewarder of them that seek HIM." I have a FAITH, or a "SURE TRUST", that GOD is who HE claims to be and HE is still on HIS throne!
Am I Saved? Born Again? Converted? The song above uses words I love, "For HE changed me completely, a new life is mine"! I have a "SURE TRUST" that GOD sent JESUS CHRIST into this world as a ransom for those who believe on HIM. I will continue to "yield" and "consent" to HIS will for my life while I exhibit a "SURE TRUST" in HIM!
http://youtu.be/4NSdy2N7mHA
who was slain on the cross
has the POWER to CHANGE lives today.
For HE changed me completely
a new life is mine
that is why by the cross I will stand
I believe in a hill called Mount Calvary
I believe whatever the cost
And when time has surrendered
and earth is no more
I'll still cling to the Old Rugged Cross!"
Romans 10:11 (GNV) says "For the Scripture saith, Whosoever "BELIEVETH" in HIM, shall not be ashamed."
One commentary on Romans 10:11 enlightens us "To believe in God is to "yield" and "consent" to God’s promise of our salvation by Christ, and that not only in general, but when we KNOW that the promises pertain to us whereupon riseth a SURE TRUST."
What is a "SURE TRUST"? How can I be so certain that all of this BIBLE stuff is real and I am not living a life based on a farce! The Bible says in Hebrews 11:6 "But without FAITH it is impossible to please HIM: for he that cometh to GOD, must believe that GOD is, and that HE is a rewarder of them that seek HIM." I have a FAITH, or a "SURE TRUST", that GOD is who HE claims to be and HE is still on HIS throne!
Am I Saved? Born Again? Converted? The song above uses words I love, "For HE changed me completely, a new life is mine"! I have a "SURE TRUST" that GOD sent JESUS CHRIST into this world as a ransom for those who believe on HIM. I will continue to "yield" and "consent" to HIS will for my life while I exhibit a "SURE TRUST" in HIM!
http://youtu.be/4NSdy2N7mHA
Sunday, May 25, 2014
"AS HE SEES FIT!!"
Exodus 2:11-15 (ESV)
"11 One day, when Moses had grown up, he went out to his people and looked on their burdens, and he saw an Egyptian beating a Hebrew, one of his people.
12 He looked this way and that, and seeing no one, he struck down the Egyptian and hid him in the sand.
13 When he went out the next day, behold, two Hebrews were struggling together. And he said to the man in the wrong, "Why do you strike your companion?"
14 He answered, "Who made you a prince and a judge over us? Do you mean to kill me as you killed the Egyptian?" Then Moses was afraid, and thought, "Surely the thing is known."
15 When Pharaoh heard of it, he sought to kill Moses. But Moses fled from Pharaoh and stayed in the land of Midian. And he sat down by a well."
The past can be full of great memories! Your first kiss, getting married, having your children, and many more glorious events that we revel in. But what about the things we don't want anyone to remember? What about the things we are so ashamed of that even we attempt to block out of our own memory?
Moses is best known for leading the Israelites out of captivity from the Egyptians. But in his past he had killed a man for striking down a fellow Jew. Although he was defending what he thought was right, he did it in a way that made him wrong. The very next day he observed two Jews in a dispute and was chastising one of them when the fellow Jew said "Who made you a prince and a judge over us? Do you mean to kill me as you killed the Egyptian?" What Moses thought was a secret had apparently been made known to all.
Moses was still used by GOD to lead HIS children out of Egypt. The failures of his past did not preclude GOD having mercy on HIS children. When GOD called Moses to go see Pharaoh, Moses tried to convince GOD he was too shy and had a speech impediment. But GOD knew Moses's weaknesses and chose him anyway!
We need to understand that GOD doesn't share HIS glory with anyone! GOD delivered the children of Israel out of captivity. GOD parted the Red Sea. GOD provided manna and water for them in the wilderness. GOD provided their needs as HE saw fit!
GOD will provide our needs "AS HE SEES FIT"! Although we can see where GOD is leading us, the path we must take will undoubtedly lead us through some trials and tribulations that HE uses to mature us. GOD may be preparing us for future tasks ahead in HIS plan! I must trust in HIM to meet my needs "AS HE SEES FIT" for HIS glory. My weaknesses only provide HIM an opportunity to be glorified while I perform "AS HE SEES FIT"!!
"11 One day, when Moses had grown up, he went out to his people and looked on their burdens, and he saw an Egyptian beating a Hebrew, one of his people.
12 He looked this way and that, and seeing no one, he struck down the Egyptian and hid him in the sand.
13 When he went out the next day, behold, two Hebrews were struggling together. And he said to the man in the wrong, "Why do you strike your companion?"
14 He answered, "Who made you a prince and a judge over us? Do you mean to kill me as you killed the Egyptian?" Then Moses was afraid, and thought, "Surely the thing is known."
15 When Pharaoh heard of it, he sought to kill Moses. But Moses fled from Pharaoh and stayed in the land of Midian. And he sat down by a well."
The past can be full of great memories! Your first kiss, getting married, having your children, and many more glorious events that we revel in. But what about the things we don't want anyone to remember? What about the things we are so ashamed of that even we attempt to block out of our own memory?
Moses is best known for leading the Israelites out of captivity from the Egyptians. But in his past he had killed a man for striking down a fellow Jew. Although he was defending what he thought was right, he did it in a way that made him wrong. The very next day he observed two Jews in a dispute and was chastising one of them when the fellow Jew said "Who made you a prince and a judge over us? Do you mean to kill me as you killed the Egyptian?" What Moses thought was a secret had apparently been made known to all.
Moses was still used by GOD to lead HIS children out of Egypt. The failures of his past did not preclude GOD having mercy on HIS children. When GOD called Moses to go see Pharaoh, Moses tried to convince GOD he was too shy and had a speech impediment. But GOD knew Moses's weaknesses and chose him anyway!
We need to understand that GOD doesn't share HIS glory with anyone! GOD delivered the children of Israel out of captivity. GOD parted the Red Sea. GOD provided manna and water for them in the wilderness. GOD provided their needs as HE saw fit!
GOD will provide our needs "AS HE SEES FIT"! Although we can see where GOD is leading us, the path we must take will undoubtedly lead us through some trials and tribulations that HE uses to mature us. GOD may be preparing us for future tasks ahead in HIS plan! I must trust in HIM to meet my needs "AS HE SEES FIT" for HIS glory. My weaknesses only provide HIM an opportunity to be glorified while I perform "AS HE SEES FIT"!!
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