What does one write about when we are in a global crisis? What does one write about when situations change hourly? What does one write when everything we know seems to be falling apart?
I’m glad you asked, dear one. I am incredibly thankful and so humbled to come to you today into your home to encourage and speak hope into your heart.
I am so thankful that in upheaval, we can still have hope. Our hope is not wishy washy. Just like that old hymn says, “Our hope is built on nothing less than Jesus’ blood and righteousness.” I am so thankful that we serve Almighty God who promises to never leave us nor forsake us. It is vitally important that we know Jesus. Have you surrendered your life to Him? He paid the ultimate price for your peace. He paid the ultimate price for your eternal life.
As I’ve been processing the dramatic changes that are going on all around me, I have been more convinced than ever that our only hope is found in the One True God. Our hope is not in our money, in our job, in our health, in our sports, in our activities or in our family. Our hope is found in Christ alone. In His Word, there are hundreds of promises for us to hold fast to during this time. Spend time reading and meditating on those promises. The Lord is removing all the things that have hindered us. His desire is that we are a pure Bride, totally devoted to Him. We have had many things distract and pull us from having a devoted relationship with the One who made us. Lord God Almighty is giving us opportunity to make things right in our hearts as so much has been stripped away.
Can I challenge you to break free of fear? DO NOT FEAR... Take no thought for problems or situations in your life and take rest in His provision in miraculous ways. Be open to His Ultimate Love, Protection, Provision, Healing and Peace. Get to know Him in a personal way. Establish a fresh relationship with Your Creator, Your Abba Father, The Lover of your soul.
And then can I ask you to open your heart for a reset of priorities? First, we make Jesus our first and foremost priority! Secondly, let’s take this opportunity to connect with our family in our homes and with our neighbors around us.
I pray that as you gather with your neighbors and family in small groups that you are willing to share your lives with each other and speak love and encouragement to each other. My prayer is that Jesus will be revealed around your kitchen tables. I pray that He will touch your homes with peace, provision and protection in these uncertain days.
The world has gone silent but Jesus is speaking louder than ever. Listen for Him. Look for Him. He says, “When you seek Me, you will find me.” Keep your focus on Jesus and take one day at a time. Take courage, dear friends. You are not alone. You are not forgotten. You have true Hope. Use this time to sit at His feet and receive His love, joy and peace in this unusual and uncertain time. Much love. I am praying for you.
"I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." John 16:33
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