2 Chronicles 19:7 NIV – Now let the fear of the LORD be on you. – Bible Gateway https://share.google/T9oyx7iNCCRFIeIqN

In 2 Corinthians 19:7, and in Fight of My Life by Rend Collective, it focuses on the subject of warfare.  To be honest, I bet all of us have wrestled with the question of whether we will receive justice. In these times of physical, mental, and spiritual warfare, it is vitally important that we recall the character of Jesus.

This morning at church, we were studying the book of Ruth.  The pastor brought up the characteristics of Boaz.  Boaz was a prophetic example of Christ being our redeemer. He is there to make us His bride and to constantly provide for us, in all areas of life.

As mentioned earlier, Rend Collective sang about the mental health of individuals and the blessed assurance of God fighting the battle of the mind. He is the only one who is truly for us and will bring joy; through the help of the Spirit, joy will replace confusion and fear (Timothy 1:7, John 4:1, Philippians 4:6-7)

The healthy fear of God should be used to live life. The knowledge that Jesus is fighting our battles should fill our hearts with reassurance.  Our God is just, and He will not fail in His character.  King Jehoshaphat was warning the judges to be just, since Jehovah is righteous; He will not keep company with ungodliness (Psalm 1:1, 1 Corinthians 5:11). Let’s continue to walk out our lives, bringing  glory to Him by trusting the Lord.

Jeremiah 17:14 NIV – Heal me, LORD, and I will be healed; – Bible Gateway https://share.google/BaWcTnKBF2lhgdqB6

I am sure that I am not the only one who has come to the realization that we are not able to do everything! It is a very depressing and discouraging feeling!  We may at first feel like we are going under; but, we actually are at a place that God will be able to step in.  We can either stay in our defeated mindset; or, we can let the Spirit come in and restore.

I was recalling that when Jesus was on the Earth, there were times when people came to Him asking if He was willing to heal. One of those times was when a leper inquired if He was willing to heal him. Jesus responded that He was willing (Matthew 8:2-4).  In that same chapter, a centurion came to the Lord begging for his servant to be delivered from paralysis.  When the Lord asked if he should come to the centurion’s place, he made a bold declaration that it only took Jesus’ word to restore the servant. Both of these times, faith was exhibited. Faith is turning the situation over to God.

Yes, we may have a little knowledge of our problems and how the outcome would be most benefitial; but, God is all-knowing and sees the total picture. That leads me to when Jesus was in the Garden of Gethsemane. He placed the situation of being taken away by the soldiers to death before God.  Instead of praying for His will, He placed it at the feet of the Father (Luke 22:42).  It was faith, the trust in God, that gave the key to the salvation of the world.

I personally have the healings of my husband, mother, and brother-in-law to place before Jesus.  Lord, have your way in my life and in those who read this.  In Jesus’ name, Amen! God bless everyone as they give themselves to Him!

Psalm 34:15-18 NIV – The eyes of the LORD are on the – Bible Gateway https://share.google/EmNWBtlgyG0aOAI6N

This week, one of my questions has been if God will be with me and make all things right.  I have felt like I have been alone at times.  My husband is presently in Harborview Hospital after 2 surgeries on his back.  They are trying to figure out the underlying problems to his swallowing issues and seeing whether or not surgery has to be done to drain infection from the back. 

Psalm 34 shows how fair and judicial the Heavenly Father is.  For those who are following Him and are in need, He hears and will answer them; for those who are ungodly and work evil, He does not acknowledge them, erases any trace of them around.

When we have those moments of questioning God’s fairness, we should stop ourselves.  In actuality, God is right there to balance out the unfairness we experience and see in this life.  We just need to come to the place of being honest and sincere. There needs to be a realization of Christ being the only solution for life’s struggles.  There is no room for pride and pretending (Proverbs 16:18). Pride only leads to a fall due to an unhealthy mindset. It makes you feel like you are above everyone and that there is no danger of falling.

Instead of our focus being on just ourselves, we can with God’s help reach out and be available for those around us.  He will enable us to be able to pay attention to others who are struggling.   We can point them to Jesus, who is the one who helped us in the past and will help us in the future (2 Corinthians 1:3-4).  God bless us as we look to Him!

James 4:8 NIV – Come near to God and he will come near – Bible Gateway https://share.google/ntFH5efVvobuEx4cG

Wow… what a precious reminder, James 4:8 and Draw me Close, by Kutless, give us!  The  only way to go through life is close to Jesus!  He is the one who brings healing, peace, and security!  There is no other way!

Today, my father encouraged me by mentioning a true characteristic of God. He encouraged me when I had to visit my husband recovering from a second surgery on his spine.  I brought up the issue of my having fear and uncertainties.  Dad gently reassured me that when we are truly putting our trust in God, the fear has to leave.  We have to choose what enters our brains (Phillipians 4:8).

That is the mindset I need to have as I go into a new work week, tomorrow.  Of course, I will have moments of dwelling on the fact that my husband is stuck in a hospital room for more time; but, God has called me to a job that He will enable me to get through.  I don’t have to remain in a “flight or fight” mode.

Neither do you, dear friends! God is our security!  Let us have an attitude of abiding in His arms.  Picture Jesus carrying you close to Himself in His arms.  He is the Shepherd ( Isaiah 40:11). Have a great week as you draw close to Him!