Trust His Will

But then again, if God is in this, you won’t be able to stop it – unless, of course, you’re ready to fight against God! – (Acts 5:39, VOICE)

But if it is from God, you will not be able to stop them. You might even be fighting against God Himself! – (Acts 5:39, ERV)

 

Just as the religious counsel recognized that though they did not like the path the disciples were taking, they really needed to wait and see what was to happen. If it fizzled, it was of human origin, yet if it continued, they would have been opposing God. The same often holds true today. We see friends or family following a path that might not make sense to us, however, they feel it is where the Lord is leading them. Rather than oppose them, we ought to prayerfully support their endeavors, and ask that the Lord continue to show them the way they are meant to go. Our opposition may be in direct violation of God’s will. We are not God, nor can we determine His will for another man’s life. May we be wise with our counsel and encouraging with our words, so that whatever we do, our words and deeds direct those who are seeking unto the Lord.

 

The path of a man,

Is paved by the Lord;

He’ll show us the way,

As He opens doors.

Although to others,

It might not make sense;

We’re meant to follow,

Trust there’s no pretense.

Though we may not see,

Where other’s paths lead;

We need trust God’s will,

It’s how to proceed.

 

Dear Heavenly Father, thank You that Your will for us is good. Thank You that You have a plan and a purpose for each of us, and that we are all designed differently to walk the road that You have laid out for us, individually. Thank You that You equip and empower us for whatever You call us to do. Forgive us for questioning the call that You have on our lives or the lives of those around us, despite what our human eyes can see. Teach us to trust You more, so that we would wait in trust, knowing that You move in mysterious ways, even when we cannot see how You are moving. Show us how to love, encourage and support those around us as they seek to be obedient to that which they have been called to do. May many come into a lasting relationship with You. Be glorified O God, as we trust You with our lives and the lives of those around us. Amen.

© Shannon Elizabeth Moreno and Revelations in Writing, May 2011 – present

The joy of the Lord is your strength. – Nehemiah 8:10

Strength for the Seeking

Look to the Lord and His strength; seek His face always. – (1 Chronicles 16:11)

 

Though our adversaries or whatever happens to be opposing us may seem to have tremendous strength, God is far greater and stronger than anything that would come against us. He calls us to seek Him and His strength; and in our seeking, we find He meets us with more than enough for each moment as it comes. God does not give us the strength for tomorrow, today, but rather He provides what is needed as it is needed, allowing us to ever see Him more completely through our circumstances. May we look to the Lord and His strength, as we seek our Savior’s face, always.

 

Look up to the Lord,

for strength, He’s our Source;

seek His face always,

He’ll direct our course.

Despite how things look,

the Lord’s in control;

each day starts anew,

as His plans unfold.

Trust not in what’s seen,

but rather in He;

who’s faithful and just,

all praise unto Thee.

 

Dear Heavenly Father, thank You that we can look to You and Your strength, seeking Your face, always. Thank You that You are always listening and moving on our behalf, even when we cannot see the evidence of how You are working. Forgive us for our fearfulness when adversaries and opposition come against us, and teach us to trust You more, so that we will seek and find Your strength one moment at a time, as trials come our way. Lead us to love others in such a way that Your radiance is reflected through us. May many come into a lasting relationship with You. Be glorified O God, as we look to You for strength, and seek Your face forever. Amen.

© Shannon Elizabeth Moreno and Revelations in Writing, May 2011 – present.

Father, I thank You that You have heard me. – John 11:41