The muted grays of the afternoon sky reflected my weary spirit. I sat on the front porch watching the clouds and begging God for a glimpse of Himself.
I wasn't asking for much - just a hug from my Heavenly Father.
I closed my eyes and set my heart to seek Him. "Jesus. Jesus," I whispered His sweet Name. "Be near, O God. Renew me Lord. Strengthen me Lord. Bathe me in Your Presence."
I opened my eyes. The clouds had parted to reveal a glorious periwinkle sky. The fringe of the heavy clouds bubbled like the froth on an ocean wave. Layers of light stretched their radiant beams toward me. My spirit leaped in recognition of my Savior's love.
"The entrance of Your words gives light; It gives understanding to the simple. I opened my mouth and panted, for I longed for Your commandments. Look upon me and be merciful to me, as Your custom is toward those who love Your Name. Direct my steps by Your word, and let no iniquity have dominion over
me. " ~ Psalm 119:130-133,NKJV
"The entrance of Your words..."
My goodness how those words spoke to me.
God's Word is tangible. His Word is living, powerful, merciful and true. I opened my mouth in praise and His Word entered in, filling me with His Presence, stirring a hunger within me.
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Sweet friend, you are so precious to the Lord our God...so precious. Do you have a personal prayer request? You may contact me at nan@jubilantlight.com. I would be honored to pray with you.
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Thank you Nan...I needed this one today. Sometimes I feel like God is so far away. I need him more than I ever did. While reading this, it's as if the sunshine came through if only for a brief moment and I felt His presence.
ReplyDeletePraise the Lord! I am so thankful this message ministered to you. And I am so thankful that He has opened my eyes to find Him all about me. When you shared your heart with me, you gave me an answer to my prayers. My desire is to help others know His Presence through their struggles. Thank you for letting me know. Sweet blessings to you!
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ReplyDeleteWow. This brought tears to my eyes. I love those God moments <3
ReplyDeleteAnd I love that you are learning to find them too :) Love you!
DeleteOh Nan, this ministered to me in such a powerful way. For the last few weeks, I've struggled not to slip back into the mode of depression and despair. I have to remember that it's the entrance of His word that will pull me through. But there's a catch to that, isn't there? It has to enter into our heart and spirit, and not only into our head. So many times, we have head knowledge and not a heart knowledge. The heart knowledge is what changes everything! Love you precious friend!
ReplyDeleteJamie, you are growing very wise in your young years. I love what you shared. Thank you. I love you.
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