Psalm 77:11 NLT
Today, my life was the living epistle of Psalm 77. I was mad that Hurricane Laura is projected to be a Category 3 before landfall in my part of the world. I had great concern for all the tasks that had to be completed today in preparation and I had no idea how I was going to get it all done. My daughter and son-in-love were expected home today from seeing his children, but not until late this evening. There were things at the office that needed to be done, too, and those who normally would have been part of the task force have been laid off during the pandemic. We also needed to evacuate...
Midway through my tirade, the Holy Spirit reminded me that God has gotten me through EVERY storm that has come my way. EVERY storm. Every hurricane, every tornado, every physical storm, every emotional cyclone... I may have lost some stuff along the way, but it's just stuff. I am alive, my children are alive, my grandchildren are alive. My Redeemer LIVES!
So right there, I stopped and began to thank God for all the times He has brought me through. All the times He has rescued my family. I acknowledged ALL the provision He has made during my life and the lives of my subsequent generations. And I praised Him for all His mighty works.
Within the hour, my son and daughter-in-love showed up to prep the house, and several guys from work volunteered to take care of the office needs. Not to mention, I was able to find a hotel that was pet-friendly, affordable and available, and I had the funds for it. My needs were met yet again and all I did was thank Him for what He'd already done. Children, pay attention! Through EVERY storm...
Prayer:
Father,
I cannot stop thinking about Your mighty works. O God, Your ways are holy. Is there any god as mighty as You? You are the God of great wonders! You demonstrate Your awesome power among the nations. By Your strong arm, You redeem Your people. And we are so grateful! Continue to remind us of Your mercy and grace. In Jesus' Name we pray. Amen
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