The LORD is my shepherd; I have all that I need. He lets me rest in green meadows; he leads me beside peaceful streams. He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to his name. Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me. You prepare a feast for me in the presence of my enemies. You honor me by anointing my head with oil. My cup overflows with blessings. Surely your goodness and unfailing love will pursue me all the days of my life, and I will live in the house of the LORD forever. (Psalms 23:1-6 NLT)
How many times have you read that scripture? Probably hundreds…kikr me. How many believe the promises in this Psalm? Do you apply those promises to your life?
Sometimes God has to remind me that He protects me & prepares a feast for me. Even when He gives me a peek at great things to come, I have a hard time trusting Him.
I know I should trust Him, but my fleshly mind wants to try to apply logic where there isn’t, at least earthly speaking. God works in a different realm than we live. Because of this, His works rarely make sense to out sheepy brains.
I just went through a season of receiving confirmation after confirmation that something is going to happen…from God…and I was still anxious that it wouldn’t happen. I knew I shouldn’t feel that way, but these earthly centered emotions got in the way. My Father (and yours) already laid it all out before me. I just had to wait for supper time to enjoy the feast.
Are you waiting for something, you know it is coming due to confirmation from the Holy Spirit, but you continue to struggle with doubt and anxiety? Wait and trust. The wait is worth it. Let Him lay out the fine china and make that extra dessert. It is all gonna be great, I promise.
Pray this with me: My dear Father, thank you for always taking care of me. No matter how many times I doubt your works, you continue to do for me. Forgive me, Lord, for not trusting you. Help me do better. I love you with my entire being. In Jesus’ precious name, Amen.
Be blessed, everyone.
Boldly Radiant 