Memorial Day- a day to honor those men and women who sacrificed their lives so that we might have the freedoms we enjoy today. Let us not let this day pass without offering a word of thanks for them.
When our Bible study group meets, we begin our sessions doing two things: (1) sharing with each other the blessings God has given us and (2) sharing prayer requests. I think the sharing of the blessings of God is vital. All too often we forget that God is active in our lives.
Thursday night, Ellen was sharing about the family’s trip to California to see Jake graduate. During the flight, Keith had a medical issue. It was scary. But then Ellen made this comment: “here’s the “God” in it.” Two rows up from them was a nurse practitioner who immediately sprang into action. Several rows back were both a second nurse practitioner and a physician who came to Keith’s aid.
Seeing God in our lives is a good thing. It reminds us that we aren’t making our earthly journey alone. We can face the challenges that life brings to all people with confidence, knowing that all things work together for good for those who love Him, who have been called for His purpose.
Some may say having the nurse practitioners and physician was just a coincidence? I am sure there are physicians and nurse practitioners who fly every day. And I am sure that they would come to the aid of anyone who was in need. Why then do we see “the God in it”? I believe that the presence of these folks is not a coincidence even for those who have yet to believe. The difference is that believers don’t chalk it up to “luck” or “coincidence” but have the sight to see the involvement of God in each person’s life.
Yes … God is involved in the life of every human being. His heart’s desire is that all of us would want to have a relationship with Him. He knows there will be many who will turn away … but He still calls each and every one of us to Him. God is involved in your life. See His working in your life. Share His working in your life.
1 Peter 5:6-7 (English Standard Version)
6 Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, 7 casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.
Agape’
Mr. Jim
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