Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | April 18, 2023

Autocorrected Truth

“For I am confident of this very thing, that He who began a good work in you will perfect it until the day of Christ Jesus.” Philippians 1:6

I’m confident that every one of us has pressed “send” on a text only to realize after the fact that the phone incorrectly autocorrected a word (or two).  Sometimes, it’s really funny, and both sides of the conversation respond with relevant emojis.  Other times, it creates a huge “yikes” moment requiring a quick apology and clarification.

Then, at times, the phone is truly smart, autocorrecting a word that we mistyped into the correct word.  (This smacks of the whole AI concept, which is frankly terrifying.)  Of course, there are the frustrations of things like consistently typing “fir” instead of “for”, which never seems to be corrected.  But what usual context would someone use “Fir”?  The phone even “helpfully” pops up the tree emjoi, just in case you’d rather substitute it for the oft-used “fir” in our sentences.

But in the days, just after Resurrection Sunday, while I was texting with a sweet sister of mine, she sent me a poignant statement:  “The older I get, the more I love Easter.”  This is beautiful and true!  The longer we walk with the Lord, the experience and understanding of His resurrection become richer, deeper and wider.  And because there is no end to the fullness of that understanding, our experience will grow more awesome annually until we no longer see dimly but see Him face to face (I Corinthians 13:12).

The thing is, she didn’t actually type “The older I get, the more I love Easter.”  The text I received was, “The older I get the more I live Easter.”  Now, I knew what she meant to write..but, friend aren’t these words the greater Truth?  The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the hinge on which all of Christianity hangs.  Without it, there is no victory over sin, no conquered death, no final defeat of Satan..there is no hope for us sinners to be fully reconciled with God.  So, although we celebrate this Sovereign Feat on Easter Sunday, it is this very fact that transforms us at the moment of salvation.  When we accept what Jesus did, we are changed from darkness to light, blind to seeing, dead to alive.

But then the living out of Easter begins. Walking according to His Word each day toward heaven – pursuing His presence, His will and being holy because He is holy.  Will we do this perfectly?  Absolutely not!  But it’s a process (the Bible calls it “sanctification”), and it lasts until we have this fallen world. And just like my sister texted, the older we get – both in our spiritual and physical chronology – the deeper our knowledge of, desire for, and hope in the Lord becomes..the more we LIVE EASTER.

“Jesus on the cross, You paid the penalty for my sin, and through Your resurrection, You conquered sin and death.  May I acknowledge this Truth daily, pursuing you more and more.”

For His Glory

Julianne Winkler Smith
TRBC Women’s Life

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | April 17, 2023

Why Seeking God Serves Us Well

“With my whole heart I cry; answer me, O Lord! I will keep your statues.”  Psalm 119:145 (ESV)

Where do you go for answers?  Most likely we often land on asking Goggle or surfing the net.  Goggle seems to know exactly what we are looking for and it’s totally free.  Thousands of articles on any given subject – some helpful, some not so helpful.  Perhaps you’re more like me and tend to seek out close friends, which can be a great resource if they have godly values and beliefs that line up with ours.  Not such a good choice if they are total opposites.

Best place to go and one that never disappoints is our amazing God.  The One who created our world and formed us in our mother’s womb.  He knows all things and is the greatest source of wisdom we could ever seek.  God alone holds the key to our answers – truth unfolding right before our eyes.

“With my whole heart I cry,” echoes from the psalmist’s lips in Psalm 119.  Makes me wonder what the psalmist was facing.  What desperation resulted in crying out to God with his whole heart?  The word for heart here means more than just feelings or emotions. It’s the entirety of one’s being – thoughts (mind), knowledge of right from wrong (conscience) and emotions. In other words it’s one’s heart, mind and soul desperately crying out for answers that can only be found in God.

Haven’t we all landed there?  Nothings make sense We don’t know what to do. We need divine intervention.  Our world is falling apart right before our eyes, and we have no idea how to respond.  Desperation has landed us flat on our face.  Eagerly we run to our God who has proven Himself to be faithful and true.  The only One who can move us from uncertainty to clarity.  The One whose wisdom is beyond our comprehension.

Yet, sweet friends we don’t have to wait for desperation to drive us to our knees.  God’s word reminds us to seek Him with our whole heart, mind and soul daily – not just on an emergency basis.  Relationship requires intentionality and consistency. As we grow in our faith and draw near to God, we will gain insight, direction and the answers will come in God’s timing.  Some may be yes, some may be no, some we will have to wait until we stand in His presence, but either way He hears our cries and will answer us.

Don’t know about you, but being confident of God’s guiding hand in my life is the sweetest assurance. I don’t have to rely on Goggle to direct my path.  I can wholly trust my God to teach me, lead me, guide me and encourage me every step of the way.  So the next time we’re looking for answers let’s turn to Him first and follow His wisdom – it’s the best solution ever.

“Father, You promise to pour out Your wisdom on those who seek You.  Help us to resist the world’s wisdom and completely lean on You for all we need.”

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Janet Martin
TRBC Women’s Life

 

 

 

 

 

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | April 14, 2023

Carried By His Love

“But I am like an olive tree flourishing in the house of God; I trust in God’s unfailing love forever and ever.” Psalm 52:8 (NIV)

When life heats up do we go running for cover? Our emotional thermostat soars off the charts, disappointments bombard us and did I happen to mention that conflict has us slipping into a wounded spirit? It’s a three ring circus and not one we want to watch.

Stress, daily frustrations and unmet expectations often lead us to seek a way of escape. We work hard, work long and we make sacrifices – yet underneath all that we accomplish is a person who desperately needs some “me” time to refocus and recharge.

Conflict and unmet expectations comprised most of the Psalmist David’s life. If he wasn’t running for cover, he could be found hiding out in a cave alone. But wherever he went, David learned to seize the moments he had to flourish in God’s presence. Years of tending sheep alone in the fields taught David that he could be with God in the early dawn light or the late evening shadows. God was his constant companion even when the rest of his world walked out. And when disappointments overwhelmed David, he refocused and recharged his soul by trusting in God’s unfailing love.

We too flourish when we run into His arms of rest, reflection and comfort. Pouring out our hearts at His feet does wonders when our souls have been pounded. Don’t you just love the way God already sees, knows and is fully familiar with all that touches our lives? He specializes in transforming our out of control drama into manageable resolve. Filled with mercy, He soothes our wounds and teaches us the power of forgiveness and grace. And the crazy reality is that our flourishing ultimately spills over and touches others. Sweltering conflict has the potential to melt and disappointments can be transformed into gratitude when they are bathed in God’s wisdom. As we surrender our expectations to Him, we can trust in God’s unfailing love to carry us even if our circumstances don’t change.

“Father, how sweet to trust in You, to run to You, to find our refuge with You and know that You are always there.”

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Janet Martin
TRBC Women’s Life

 

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | April 11, 2023

Never Too Far

“And he was saying, “Jesus, remember me when You come in Your kingdom!” And He said to him, “Truly I say to you, today you shall be with Me in Paradise.” Luke 23:42-43

My husband recently reconnected with a friend he met 25 years ago. At that time, while living in Colorado Springs, our families spent time together and attended the same church. Although they haven’t seen each other since we moved from Colorado 20 years ago, the guys have stayed in touch, talking every now and then. This man’s wife, he said, still reads her Bible daily and goes to church…sadly, however, he leads a very different life.

During the conversation, this man shared with my husband that smoking weed, popping pills, and doing cocaine are as much a part of his week as eating, sleeping, and going to work. But sadder than all that was his response when my husband asked him about his faith. He simply said, “I’m just too f*#$ed up for God and church—I’m too far gone.”

Friend, please hear me: no one is ever too far from God—or too far gone—to receive the mercy, grace, and love of Jesus.

The proof is in the very words of God, from Genesis to Revelation. From Adam and Eve, who literally walked with God in the cool of the day, yet decided they wanted to do life their way, to the Israelites who witnessed daily miracles, yet saw the pagan world around them as a better way to go…to amazing believers like the Apostle Paul, who did the things he didn’t want to do and didn’t do the things he knew he should…to every single named and unnamed person who pushed the Lord away—until they recognized the Truth and surrendered (or returned) to Jesus. Sometimes it was a physical healing, restoration, or reconciliation. Other times it was simply a spoken truth—a light shined into the darkness of a soul.

But whenever and however, whoever calls out to the Lord Jesus Christ will be rescued (Romans 10:13). You may have grown up in the church and simply stepped away in rebellion for a season. Or maybe you’ve spent your whole life chasing after the things of the world. Maybe, like my husband’s friend, you try desperately to quell your internal pain and quiet your tormenting thoughts with drugs, alcohol, and pills. Regardless of where you may stand (or wallow, as the case may be), Jesus is right there, waiting for you to hand over your burden—and accept the free gift of grace, giving you peace with God.

This prayer to God for reconciliation with Him will always be answered in one way: “Yes” (1 John 1:9). He has great love for you. He is rich in mercy. And He will take your brokenness, loneliness, pain, and deadness in sin to make you alive with Christ—not by doing anything, but by His grace (Ephesians 2:4-5).

So, if you or someone you know is feeling desperate, like whatever they do doesn’t matter because they don’t matter…share with them this incredible truth: They could never, ever, ever be “too much of a mess” or too far from God where Jesus won’t meet them with open arms and outstretched, nail-pierced hands. They just need to fall into His saving embrace.

“Thank You, Lord, that we could never be too lost, too blind, or too broken to be too far from You. Please wrap Your loving arms around those today who are hurting and in need of Your peace.

 

For His Glory

 

Julianne Winkler Smith
TRBC Women’s Life

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | April 5, 2023

Thou Anointest My Head With Oil

“You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you.” (Isaiah 26:3, ESV)

David wrote Psalm 23 as a metaphor guiding the reader to see the Lord as having traits like that of a shepherd.  David had spent his younger years caring for sheep.  Sheep were a huge part of the economy. He knew how valuable they were.  He also understood how vulnerable they were to predators (large and small) and needed to be protected.

One of the reasons the shepherd anoints the sheep with oil was to protect them from flies, gnats and parasites.  The shepherd would make sure that the oil would run around the sheep’s eyes, ears, and noses. A sheep could break its’ own skull while trying to seek relief from these brain-eating parasites.  When the shepherd applied oil, it brought peace to the sheep.  An instant barrier of protection against the evil trying to destroy them.

A shepherd also knows that sometimes sheep will clash with each other. Often the males butted heads. He couldn’t stop them from clashing, but the oil would allow their heads to bounce off without doing a lot of harm to each other.

David writes about the Lord putting him in a place before his enemies and his head being covered by oil.  I don’t know about you but when I have to be around my enemies, I want to look my best. I’m not sure having a greasy head would be it.

But I believe David was trying to teach us a deeper lesson.

Have you ever been in a hurtful situation in life?  Feeling mistreated? Are you butting your head against the wall (like sheep) trying to get relief from what’s taking place in your life?

Just like the sheep had enemies that caused them great mental anguish so do we as children of God. You are even more important than sheep in God’s economy.  When life and others mistreat you, He is there.

The prophet Isaiah also tells us that when we focus on Jesus, he will keep our minds in perfect peace. He is our oil that gives immediate relief.  We just simply call on the name of Jesus. Demons flee at the sound of His name.  The blood of Jesus protects us from those parasites after our souls.

It’s also important to note that David didn’t write about what God was doing in the presence of his friends, but his enemies.  David was rejoicing that the Lord had placed him in a position where he was sitting at a table with his enemies and felt perfect peace.  “Thou anointest my head with oil.” (Psalm 23:5-6)

You can have peace in the midst of great heartache.

 

“Father, you are our shepherd.  Remind us today that we can call on Jesus our instant barrier of protection from the evil that tries to destroy us.”

For His Glory,

Laura Holmes www.ephraimministries.org
TRBC Women’s Life

 

 

 

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | April 4, 2023

No Middle Ground

“The one who is not with Me is against Me; and the one who does not gather with Me scatters”. Luke 11:23

Life is full of compromise and gray areas. In our families, at work, and in the marketplace—we give a little, take a little, and typically do what it takes to make relationships and situations go smoothly. Generally speaking, this is a very good thing. Finding “middle ground” allows a group of people to effectively decide what laws to pass, how to proceed on a business deal, or where to go to dinner.

The average adult makes about 35,000 conscious decisions each and every day. Most are definitive and are within our sole prerogative. But thousands of these likely involve taking others’ needs and wants into consideration—hopefully. Christ followers, in particular, are called to act without selfish ambition or conceit, counting others more significant than ourselves and to look out for the interest of others (Philippians 2). Again, seeking the good of our neighbor (1 Corinthians 10:24) and loving others as Christ loves us (John 13:24), is a high calling that requires us to give up our desires and give in to others. So, navigating our days, weeks, months, and years is all about balancing “me” and “you” and “us”—walking in that middle ground in most things. (More of our society used to embrace this concept, and culture was so much more civil…oh, the good ol’ days of the early 2000s…)

All this being said, when it comes to the person of Jesus Christ, we actually hear this gray area thinking a lot: “Jesus was a great teacher, but He wasn’t God.” (In fact, a Ligonier Ministries survey in 2020 found that one-third of professing evangelicals agreed that Jesus isn’t God.) People will say they admire Him and would like to live according to His teaching…when it fits in with their own wants and desires. Christians and non-Christians alike, pick and choose from God’s Word, constructing for themselves a Book of Compromise and Grayness.

Although there are some theological themes from the Bible that are a bit “gray” and have been debated since the Church began two thousand years ago, these are all non-essentials to the Person and Work of Jesus Christ. God’s Word, dear friend, is black and white on the fact that Jesus is the Son of God. He came to earth fully God and fully Man to live a perfect life and die the death we deserve, paying the penalty for our sins. With His resurrection—which we celebrate this Sunday—He defeated Satan and death, giving us victory and exchanging our unrighteousness for His righteousness. He is the Way, the Truth, and the Life, and no one comes to the Father but through Him (John 14:6).

In fact, through Jesus’ ministry, He asserted the Truth of who He is, why He lived, and why He died and rose again. So, to claim He was merely a “great teacher” is truly bizarre! He’d have to be a liar, delusional, or insane. (Why would you follow an insane teacher?)

What is the bottom line here? There is no middle ground with Jesus Christ. You are either for Him or against Him (Luke 11:23; Matthew 12:30). You either believe He is who He says He is and did what He said He’d do…or you don’t. You love Him or hate Him. You are His friend or His enemy. There’s a great verse from Joshua, as he’s talking with the Israelites (who were full of compromise on God’s instructions)—it’s one of those pillow-stitched and wall-décor verses, and it is a good one. The paraphrase is this: If it’s evil in your eyes to serve the Lord, choose this day whom you will serve (Joshua 24:15). So, friend, I’m asking you now, as Resurrection Day quickly approaches, to consider whom you will choose. Which side are you on? There is no middle ground. Will you accept Jesus as your Lord and Savior or reject Him?

“Father God, I pray that the Holy Spirit move within those who have not yet chosen to follow Jesus, that they move from either doubt or rejection to accepting the free gift of salvation.”

 

For His Glory

 

Julianne Winkler Smith
TRBC Women’s Life

 

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | April 3, 2023

Why Clear Vision Is Essential

“Open my eyes that I may behold wondrous things out of your law.”  Psalm 119:18 (ESV)

Blurry, distorted and tired.  Those words describe my vision two months ago.  It started simply as an itchy eye.  One that I supposed was due to warming temperatures and early pollen. The more I rubbed my eye, the worse it felt.  Attempting to treat it myself with warm compresses and gentle washing, I found nothing truly was working.  Weeks later, I woke up with not only a very sore, red eye but there was major swelling in my sinuses.  One look in the mirror and I was finally convinced I needed to call my eye doctor.

Antibiotics and eye cream were prescribed, and I was wondering why I delayed.  Not sure how I thought my eye and vision would improve without some intervention.  What seemed insignificant ultimately resulted in a nasty infection not only to my eye but to my sinuses as well.  An ignored issue never usually resolves itself – it simply spreads.

Clear vision is essential especially when it comes to spiritual growth.  Wonder how many times we have overlooked  what God was clearly attempting to show us?  Or worse, how many times have we distorted God’s truth because we didn’t want to see what He was revealing?  Just keeping it real here but we probably could all relate to moments when we were blinded to our sins.  Failing to remove the scales of excuse and denial so we could see what God sees. One intentional, honest look into the mirror and we’d realize how much we need to behold God’s truth.

Have to admit it’s much easier for us to quick read our devotions rather than let God’s word sink deep into our soul.  Busyness, distractions and avoidance keep us from lingering long at His feet.  And sweet friends when we choose to dismiss or minimize His words it will never serve us well.

Totally love the psalmist’s words asking God for open eyes to behold the wonders in His word.  To examine closely with perfect vision and clarity what God’s truth teaches.  To lean in and slow the pace so He can lead us as we unpack the meaning, instruction and guidance found throughout the scriptures. Uncovering hidden nuggets just waiting to be discovered. Incredible faith journeys longing for us to glimpse how God worked in the lives of His people. No wonder the psalmist desired open eyes.

Blurry, distorted or clear and focused – the choice is up to us.  The next time we open God’s word, let’s determine to truly seek Him. Let’s ask Him for open eyes to see His truth. Let’s ask God to remove the blinders and enable us to see what He has for us.  Let’s ask Him to unveil the wonders of His words leaping off the page.  Can’t think of a better way to approach God’s word than asking for His help.

“Father, You desire to show us incredible wonders from Your word.  Slow our pace and teach us to gather at Your feet with open eyes – not missing a single truth.”

For His Glory

Janet Martin
TRBC Women’s Life

 

 

 

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | March 31, 2023

When The Rains Come

“The rains came down, the streams rose and the winds blew and beat against the house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock.” Matthew 7:25 (NIV)

The foolish man built his house upon the sand and when the rains came it fell with a crash. I can still remember those hand motions from Sunday School – just loved this song. But then again I was probably 4 years old the first time those words came out of my mouth. Life is pretty good for a 4 year old. Easy to sing words about rain, wind and storms crashing down when the weight of your world revolves around Sesame Street. And the foolish man, well he was beyond my little thinking just seemed like a fun part of the song to crumble to the floor, especially since we had no trouble getting back up for a re-do.

Definitely past my 4 year old self now and totally get God’s message. In life, we will experience drenching rains, rising streams and strong winds aimed at tearing us down. Doesn’t matter if we are wise or foolish – storms don’t discriminate – they will come. Difference maker is really what we are standing on when it arrives – will we crumble or will we remain firmly planted?

Blessed to watch several friends going through the storm and standing strong. One was homeless and yet never gave up hope her God would come through. One is diagnosed with a rare cancer yet trusts her God for the impossible to come true. One is helplessly watching her son struggle yet clinging to the source of her strength. Brave courageous women and my list could go on and on.

Seem unreal, unlikely – no wise women are authentic emotion filled women who have built their life upon the solid rock of our God. Yes, there have been tears along the way and moments of desperation. There are certainly days when strength is gone, hair is lost and questions rank high. There are moments when depression and wrestling settle in. But the wise woman knows her God – she has planted herself firmly in His word and promises long before the storms began.

Unexpected happens every day. We’re moving through life unaware that rain is coming. And then the wind begins to pick up. The downpour comes and beats against everything we ever knew. It’s in these moments when the unexpected offers us the opportunity to lean on our Rock, who is unmoveable, unshakeable and has unmistakeably proven His love for us. If our faith and trust are firmly planted in Him, we will not crumble or fall.

“Father, You have taught us well to preserve, press through and hold on tight to You. We may appear to be losing our grip, but You are cradling us in the palm of Your hands.”

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Janet Martin
TRBC Women’s Life

 

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | March 30, 2023

A Culture of Worry

“Therefore I say to you, do not worry about your life…” Matthew 6:25 (NKJV)

I recently found myself nervous about several situations all at once.  Despite Bible study, prayer, worship, and a little too much talking things over with my husband, I was still worried.  In the end all three of the circumstances worked out for the best.  As they usually do.  Sigh.  Cue the guilt for lack of faith.  Double sigh.  I began to ponder, “Why did I go through this cycle…again?!?”  It came to mind that there are a number of possible reasons:

  1.  We live in a culture of negativity. We have 24/7 access to the news and most of it isn’t so great.  It can easily lead us to fear and worry.  We can’t do something about everything, and we shouldn’t sit around worrying about it all.  Instead, we need to recognize what we can help with and spend more time focusing on our blessings.
  2.  We live our lives too publicly.  Facebook.  Twitter.  Instagram.  Pinterest.  We can’t possibly live up to the expectations we set for ourselves.  So what if someone doesn’t think you look thin enough, if someone doesn’t like your haircut or if someone doesn’t agree with your post?  We worry too much about what others think.
  3.  We actually don’t rely on our faith enough.  While I refuse to feel guilty when I am forgiven, I do believe there are times when I worry because I am not focusing enough on my faith.  I can do all the “right things” such as praying and Bible study, but am I really focusing on the truth of God’s word and His will?

Knowing this information won’t actually stop me from worrying.  Instead, I have to stop focusing on the negative.  I have to stop being concerned about what others think about me.  And I must trust in God.

“Dear Lord, Please forgive me for the times I worry because You have told me there is no need to worry.  Please help me to trust in You more and worry less.”

For His Glory

Laurel Shaler (drlaurelshaler.com)
TRBC Women’s Life

 

 

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Posted by: trbccoffeebreak | March 28, 2023

Rehearsing Miracles

“When your children ask their fathers in time to come, saying “What are these stones?” then you shall inform your children saying, “Israel crossed the Jordan on dry ground.” For the Lord your God dried up the waters of the Jordan before you until you had crossed, just as the Lord your God had done to the Red Sea, which He dried up before us until we had crossed; that all the peoples of the earth may know that the hand of the Lord is mighty, so that you may fear the Lord your God forever.” Joshua 4:21-24

After reading in Exodus about the dramatic and miraculous redemption of the Jewish people out of Egypt, you hit the next four books written by Moses: Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy.  Amid the laws and lists, there is the often frustrating saga of the desert travels and how the Israelites so quickly forgot the miracles (and the very presence) of the Lord only to whine, grip and complain. We read how when they first got to the Promised Land’s border and 12 spies were sent to scope it all out, that 10 guys came back shaking in their sandals.  Only Joshua and Caleb remembered that this was land promised to them by the Lord – so it already belonged to them.  That’s when their 40 year wandering began, and that entire generation – except Joshua and Caleb – died in the desert as a consequence of their disobedience.

So, I just love the first four chapters of the book of Joshua when it’s time for the next-gen 12 tribes to take what’s theirs under Joshua’s leadership (even though it’s sad that Moses can’t experience this particular victory).  There’s a lot of depth to explore (cue the events with Rahab the harlot and the spies, for instance), but let’s focus on chapters 3 and 4.  It’s time to cross over the Jordan River, and God ends the Israelites’ Exodus journey the same way He started it: by drying up a body of water so the people can walk though it to the other side.  After everyone had safely crossed, the Lord told Joshua to set up 12 stones as a memorial of everything God had done for His people – from drying up the Red Sea to drying up the Jordan…and all the miracles in between.

Why?  So, when future generations asked, “What are these stones all about, Dad?” then they could be told and retold, “Because God miraculously rescued us!” The stones were there as a remembrance of the Lord’s miracles: delivering them out of slavery in Egypt (as the Egyptians handed over tons of gold and silver), feeding them food from heaven, quenching their thirst with water from a stone, never having their shoes wear out through 40 years of desert walking…and, of course, guiding them with His very presence by day and by night. (Again, so much to unpack there, but let’s get to the point du jour).

What about you?  Do you rehearse God’s miracles in your own life?  Do you talk about, journal or even set up monuments rehearsing all the Lord has done for you?  From our own redemption at the moment of salvation to provision to quenched thirst to God’s very presence in front of us and behind us…we all have a trail of miracles.  Do we tell our friends, our children, our children’s children?  Most importantly, do we remind ourselves of who God is – His grace, His mercy, His relentless faithfulness?  If you haven’t made it a thing in your life, start today.  Tell yourself and others of His Greatness, so “all the peoples of the earth may know that the hand of the Lord is mighty, so that you may fear the Lord your God forever.” (Joshua 4:24)

“Heavenlty Father, thank You for the miracles all around us – from Your breath in our lungs to each sunrise to protection, health and provision.  May we share the wonders of Your love with others .. and remind ourselves of Your faithfulness.”

For His Glory

Julianne Winkler Smith
TRBC Women’s Life

 

 

 

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