One of those days...
"But You, O LORD, are a shield for me, My glory and the One who lifts up my head. I cried to the LORD with my voice, And He heard me from His holy hill. I lay down and slept; I awoke, for the LORD sustained me. I will not be afraid of ten thousands of people. Who have set themselves against me all around." Psalm 3:3-6
My sister reminded me of this verse today. How true and how humbling.
At the beginning of my day, my soul was stirring. The Enemy takes many forms in this world to steal, kill and destroy. He will stop at nothing to rob us of all of our joy.
It seems that every time something is happening for our family to celebrate - our marriage, our first pregnancy, our current pregnancy and the impending birth of our son - someone or something is used by the Enemy to try to stamp out our flame of joy.
If I allowed myself, I could spend my time in a constant state of worry and distress, continually looking for the arrows that have been promised to be aimed at me. But God is a God of peace and rest. He is my shield, my glory, and the lifter of my head. I called to Him today, in my own prayers and in the blessed prayers of many friends and family who are faithful to lift me up. And now, I can lie down and rest, for I know God protects me and will sustain me.
Blessed assurance. What a gift. I am so unworthy and yet God is still so good.
Laura,
ReplyDeleteYou are the most beautiful and inspirational woman I've ever known. Your verse is exactly what I needed to 'hear' today. Thank you. I think of you often and while I pray for your happiness and peace, I know that you've already found it and I'm very thankful to call you 'friend.' Have a great week, Love. Keep smiling.
~Angela
Laura, God has such perfect timing... This sounds so very similiar to what Sam and I have been struggling with for the last year. I needed to hear these words as well. Lately more trials have risen and both of us feel like we are in a constant state of worry and panic when we should be filled with joy. I am one of God's dreaded "Why?" children. Sometimes He has compassion and gives me an answer. He did today in your words. Thank you for encouraging us this morning! Ashley
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