Welcome, if you are reading
Sheila Walsh’s book The Shelter of God’s
Promises, we are in Chapter 8 this week, “Strength…I Feel Things Are
Crashing Around Me.”
I struggled as I wrote this post.
I knew what I wanted to say, but didn’t like how it was coming out. Every time
I went back to my notes, I read them as if God was talking to me. Finally, I
decided that’s how it should be written. I believe He wants to share the same
with you.
Dear Laura,
I miss hearing from
you. Talk to me. Tell me what’s on your mind and in your heart. Don’t be afraid
to tell me anything and everything…You won’t surprise me or shock me—I already
know and it’s okay. So come to me. Share with me. Let me help.
When you feel weak, I
will strengthen you.
When you feel sad, I
will hold you and comfort you.
When you are broken, I
will put you back together…….better than new.
When you feel you are
alone, you are not. I am with you. Always.
Please don’t go it
alone. Life is so much harder that way.
If that’s what you
choose, I will respect your decision. I will not force myself on you. But it
doesn’t mean I like it……it just isn’t what I want for you.
What I want for you is
to have a relationship with Me. Personal. One-on-one. You and Me. I know you
intimately. I formed you. I know everything about you. Now get to know me.
Know that my promises are for you. All of them.
In this world, you
will have trouble. Let me strengthen you. I will walk beside you and help you.
(John 16:33, Psalm 18:32)
In the struggles you
face, I am refining you. I am teaching you to depend on Me. I have big plans
for you. But you need to trust Me. (Proverbs 3:5-6, Jeremiah 29:11)
In My time, I will let
you see where I am leading you. But don’t rush ahead of Me. My plans work
better if you let me go before you. (Deuteronomy 31:8)
Remember that I will not leave you. Don’t be afraid. Don’t be discouraged. Be strong and courageous
through Me. (Joshua 1:9)
Whatever you need, ask
Me.
All My love, today and
always,
God
What do you feel God sharing with you?
In Christ,
Laura
