Don’t be afraid because you are not in control. God has your path mapped out in perfect symmetry. He knows the way you must go. Though darkness nips at your heels with every mountain climbed, valley walked, and bridges crossed, wait for the glory of God to break through and the shadows to flee away. Take the first step and watch as He guides all your other steps to come.
And He said, I am God, fear not to go down to Egypt, for I will there make of thee a great nation. Genesis 46:3
And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding
Genesis 43:23
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Take a breath and exhale, knowing there is a peace that goes beyond all reasoning. It is a peace that settles the mind and the heart, Where all fear is gone, worry disappears, and anger fades. God knows everything. Even every hair on our head has a number. So, take it easy and have no worries about your tomorrow, Because God takes care of everything.
reference verses: Philippians 4:7, Matthew 6:32 & 34.
Life goes on with every beating of the heart. The world does not stop spinning because someone is in peril or Someone is in need. We are all finite beings subjected to the machinations of life. We cry. We smile. Our emotions are here and sometimes there, But out of the 86,400 seconds of every day, and in everything, God promises never to leave us or forsake us.
And it came to pass, when she was in hard labour that the midwife said to her, fear not… Genesis 35:17
And the Lord appeared unto him the same night and said…fear not, for I am with thee and will bless thee, and multiply they seed for my servant Abraham’s sake.
Pray for someone else. Take your eyes from your pain. Listen and wait for their breakthrough. Like a parent requesting for their child; Like a friend lending a strong shoulder; Like a companion giving a hand; Innocence is not ignored, God listens to your prayers and hears their cries.
What ails thee Hagar? ( A Mother cries for her child, concerned he will die.) Fear not; for God heard the voice of the lad. ( The angel of God came to the Mother and told her God heard the voice of her child. Of course God also heard her cries and regardless of the circumstances or her being at fault, it is the plight of the innocent child that could not be ignored.) Genesis 21 verse 17
Standing on the threshold of tomorrow with no idea of what will come. Knowing something will happen. And, yet, knowing nothing. Joy is up, and light follows prosperity and security. Indulgence gives way to pride, and forgotten is the Rewarder of all good gifts. Woe to those when their joy is squelched, their light is snuffed, and their soul grow lean with doubt. Fear not, though your fields are bare, and your bags have holes. If you have God, you have everything.
And God said, fear not, I am thy shield, and thy exceeding great reward. Genesis 15 verse 1
Shadows of the past become concrete reflections of today’s reality.
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The Bible is a collection of books authored by many and inspired by God. God is behind every word, idea, and theme of this marvelous book. Although it charts the story of man, God is the center and heart of the passages written therein. The stories within the Bible are historical and full of years yet are relatable for the present times. Shadows of the past become concrete reflections of today’s reality. The people of the Old Testament and New Testament foreshadow the actions of us today who are under grace and are no longer identified by earthly origin but now are called children of God. Stories of faith, endurance, encouragement, social and economic depression, health and sickness, death, and dying are all present in this book.
There is no concern left unturned.
All scripture is given by inspiration of God and is profitable for doctrine (beliefs and teachings), for reproof (rebuke, reprimand, and criticism), correction (changing to make right), for instruction in righteousness (teaching to live right). 2 Timothy 3 verse 16.
Life is a journey of learning and the Bible is an excellent guidebook.
God’s promises are not only indicators of His thoughts towards us, but they stand as evidence of his character. His words are proof that He cares, He loves, He protects, and He gives blessings. As a child of God, we have His unwavering love. He keeps his own and knows us all by name. We hear His voice, and He answers our cries. There is none like Him, our heavenly Father, and our God.
Before me there was no God formed, neither shall there be after me. I, even I, am the Lord; and beside me there is no saviour. Thus saith the Lord, your redeemer. I am the Lord, Your Holy One. Isaiah 43: 10 a, 11, 14 a, 15 a.
Santa Claus or St. Nicholas was a transported legend from Dutch settlers to New York City in the 1600s. Saint Nicholas was a 4th century Greek Christian bishop who helped the poor and gave gifts to the needy. Today, for some, Christmas is considered a material or commercial pass time, while for others, Christmas is a time of joy and giving. Spending time with loved ones far (virtually) or near (virtually) is a blessing. Those who remember the less fortunate, the sick, and the shut-ins on this day of feasting, have a special blessing reserved for them. Christmas is not a day of selfish endeavors, nor is it a time for only the young but for folk of all ages to enjoy both giving and receiving. Yet, loneliness bites hardest on this day and New years day. So, for those who experience aloneness, loss, tragedy, poverty, or are bombarded by sad and dark memories, our thoughts and prayers must go out to them without prejudice.
“The effective fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much.” James 5:16 Blessed is he that considers the poor; the Lord will deliver him in time of trouble. The Lord will preserve him, and keep him alive, and he shall be blessed upon the earth, and thou wilt not deliver him unto the will of his enemies. The Lord will strengthen him upon the bed of languishing; thou wilt make all his bed in his sickness. Psalm 41:1- 3
Unto us, a child is born. (Isaiah 9 verse 6) In Bethlehem of Judea, a boy child was born to a virgin, and they called his name Jesus. As the shepherds rejoiced and the wise men gave homage to the child, we too celebrate our Saviour, the Lord. Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, and goodwill towards men. (Luke 2 verses 13 and 14)
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