The election rocked my world.
Terminal illness of a loved one has us on a roller-coaster of emotions.
Our adult children sift through difficult days.
Uncertainty in the job market creates doubt and fear.
Health issues slow me down, creating frustration.
The winds of change, they are a'blowin'.
Have you ever heard that saying? It's often used in a negative context. That's certainly how I used it for several days last week. Until.
Until God got hold of me. Yep. Daddy God gave me a tongue-lashing when I complained about all the change in my life one too many times. Wanna know what He said? It's really awesome.
He said, "Nan, do you not know that I walk on the wings of the wind? Do you not remember that on the Day of Pentecost I showed up as a mighty, rushing wind? I AM your sustainer and your defender. I AM your deliverer and provider. I AM. I am in control of all things that pertain to you and to any of My children. Do not fear change - in your life, your home, your family, your country. Do not fear. I am in the wind and I determine the direction it will blow."
Sweet friend, our God is Sovereign. He has all-authority over this earth. As His child, nothing - no thing - comes our way without His knowledge. Take comfort in this Truth today. Rather than fight the winds of change, I'm trying my darndest to embrace them. won't you join me? The Lord has eternal purposes in all things that concern His children. He promises to work everything for our good when we love Him fully and are called according to His purposes.
The change brought in on the wings of the wind just might be a blessing in disguise.
"For behold, He who forms mountains, and creates the wind, Who declares to man what his thought is, and makes the morning darkness, Who treads the high places of the earth - the Lord God of hosts is His name" ~ Amos 4:13.
Father, teach us to trust you fully and to be content in all things. That's a hard one Lord, but You promise that Your grace WILL be sufficient. Thank You Lord. Thank You for orchestrating our lives in such beautiful ways. Even when we can't see clearly, we can know that we know that our "Daddy God's got this". Thank You for Your love. We praise Your Holy Name!
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:) <3 When we walk with the Lord, in the Light of His Word, what a glory He sheds on our way... (hope I remembered right) I have such a peace about all that has happened and all that will take place. Before the election I thought all hell would break lose once it was over, and it still might, but I have no doubts about the Lord taking care of His own. He's speaking to us, Nan... I'm so glad you are my friend!! <3
ReplyDeleteI was singing as I read it, Mid :) David and I feel the same way. God is in control - He is Sovereign. This election did not just slip by Him. AND, like you, I know in my knower that He WILL take care of His own. We are so much alike. Just sayin'...
DeleteOh Nan, I needed this today! The winds of change are a-blowing in my life as well right now. With not knowing the reason for the frequent headaches, I get discouraged. But I just have to remember that I serve the Great I am...El Roy...the God who sees. I needed this today. Thank you so much my precious friend! Love you!
ReplyDeleteI'll be thankful when you know something about the headaches too. We are praying for you. You're right, El Roi sees and He knows all about it. That is Truth we can rest in. Love you!
DeleteI am learning the winds of change occur naturally. This is something I have continued to struggle with. I, for one, do not like change. I need to know the what, when, where and how at all times. However, one thing remains true. God's love for me is the only constant in my life. I know He is the One that is always there for me. He is the great I Am ;)
ReplyDeleteYes, He is! Preach it sister! In an ever-changing world, He IS our constant. He is the same yesterday, today and forever. His Love for you is from everlasting to everlasting and He walks beside you holding your hand :)
DeleteI am learning the winds of change occur naturally. This is something I have continued to struggle with. I, for one, do not like change. I need to know the what, when, where and how at all times. However, one thing remains true. God's love for me is the only constant in my life. I know He is the One that is always there for me. He is the great I Am ;)
ReplyDeleteNan, thanks for this powerful reminder! God is always in the winds of change and He is always good...and purposes good for His children. We have read the end of His book...as well as the beginning and middle and all in between...and we know He is reigning and ruling over all and the best is yet to come! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteGlenda, I receive such comfort in the knowledge that He is, indeed, in control of ALL things. Thank you so much for stopping by. Love you!
DeleteBeautifully written truth, Nan. And yes, I think a lot of us are feeling it. And I LOVE Laura Story's "Blessings." A perfect song for us today. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteVonda, I absolutely LOVE this song also. It is one of those songs that perfectly reflects my platform of finding God in our darkest moments. Thanks for stopping by. I love you :)
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