This God - his way is perfect; the word of the Lord proves true; he is a shield for all those who take refuge in him.
He is more than enough for me and yet as I look back and even now, it is so easy to fall into the trap of doing things on my own strength. The devil is prowling around, buzzing in my ears. I have this picture in my mind when I pray for God's strength and protection against the evil one, of the devil being kicked to the curb like a wild dog. I know my God is stronger, bigger and wants to "be a shield for all those who take refuge in him". I am so thankful for that.
This God - his way is perfect.....while sometimes it is easy to get frustrated with the health journey we have been on over the last 14 plus years, I find it important to remember a few things.
- we (mankind) chose to sin, which brought upon us sickness, death, and hardship
- he has always pursued us to make a way for a right relationship
- God sent his son, the ultimate sacrifice for our salvation
- his desire for us is to become more Christ-like as we journey through this life
- he has a plan to further his kingdom
So am I deserving of better when I chose to sin? I am in awe though of his willingness to pursue me and grant me the gift of salvation. I am ever thankful for all of the undeserved provision through our difficult journey. So many things have been provided to make the burden lighter.
I am reminded of this song today.
Blessed assurance, Jesus is mine;
Oh, what a foretaste of glory divine!
Heir of salvation, purchase of God,
Born of His Spirit, washed in His blood.
This is my story, this is my song,
Praising my Savior all the day long.
This is my story, this is my song,
Praising my Savior all the day long.
Perfect submission, perfect delight,
Visions of rapture now burst on my sight;
Angels descending, bring from above
Echoes of mercy, whispers of love.
Perfect submission, all is at rest,
I in my Savior am happy and blest;
Watching and waiting, looking above,
Filled with His goodness, lost in His love.
Amen.
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