Welcome family and friends of Heartstrings!
I spent a couple of hours checking out the candidates for our elections in my state. I don't know any of these people personally, so had to go on what was said about them. In taking the time, I did search for key elements. One being the right for the unborn and any who stand against infanticide. I am weary right now. Another was where they stand on faith in God as the founder of our nation's freedoms.
The envelope is sealed and signed and ready for the mailbox. Before taking it I laid my hands on it and prayed that God, being the One Who ultimately sets people in positions, will take my choices and bring His will over mine. He sees every heart and so I can trust Him with these elected.
Then I picked up a little devotional I have and it brought me the peace I needed. From Jesus Today by Sarah Young. If you have time let me share this with you. May your heart be directed and encouraged in the Peace of Jesus Christ.
Psalm 29:11 says, "The Lord gives strength to His people; the LORD blesses His people with peace."
"I give strength to My people; I bless My people with peace. "My people" are all those who trust Me as their Savior-God. My death on the cross for your sins was sufficient to provide everlasting life because I am truly God. So rest assured that the One who provides eternal Life will also give you strength.
John 3:16 says, "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life."
"When you are feeling weak, don't waste energy worrying about whether you can cope with the challenges you face. I know better than you what is on the path before you, and I stand ready to help--every step of the way. Having bought you with My own blood, I have a huge vested interest in you.
Because you are Mine, I want to bless you with My Peace. The Peace I give you is not as the world gives; it can coexist with the most difficult situations because it is transcendent. It rises above both your circumstances and your understanding--and it can lift you up too!"
John 14:27 says, "Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid."
One thing I loved seeing about a couple of the candidates was they stood for Christian values and were against the socialism we are seeing pushed forward by our leaders. This is such a good time to pray for the leaders of our nation. I love our flag. I love the foundation of the Republic of America was based on. God bless America is my prayer.
As we bring our concerns personally, locally and in our nation before Almighty God, we can give thanks to God that He is in control and has a very good plan.
Philippians 4:7 says, "The peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."
Bless you all in the matchless name of Jesus Christ, amen.
Abundance is...in Christ freedom rings