Welcome to Heartstrings
I am glad I can connect with you today. My journey as well as many of yours has been difficult and yet, we, as believers in Jesus Christ, our Risen Lord, is with us always.
My dear brother went home to Jesus a few days ago. The path was painful, so painful. Cancer is a terrible thing to witness isn't it? I wonder how a person can grieve and rejoice at the same time.
My precious mother is near her end too. Sorrow on sorrow. So much pain. We cry out to God to intervene and that His will to be done in every circumstance.
Romans 8:28, many of you know. "We are assured and know that all things work together and are for good to those who love God and are called according to His design and purpose." I use my own words but still it is true. God is working for those who love Him, in every situation. We find His purpose by knowing Him personally. You only have to call on His name.
And when things are, well, the way they are in these last days, we see in Romans 12:11-12 an admonition to ..."Never lag in zeal and in earnest endeavor; be aglow and burning with the Spirit, serving the Lord. ~ Rejoice and exult in hope; be steadfast and patient in suffering and tribulation; be constant in prayer." Amen!
Who is your soul provider? The way I mean this is in our emotions, thoughts and beliefs. Who is Master? Your spouse, yourself, money, position or self confidence and pride? It seems more and more the closer I come into the presence of the Lord I am humbled. See, the Holy Spirit is preparing a worthy bride for Christ. Someday, we will see Him!
We are told to Love the Lord God with all our heart, soul, mind and strength. To obey His voice, and cling to Him. He is our life! Have you put your whole being, how you feel today, your hurt, your fear of this worlds encrouching evil? His promises are true. Jesus knows because He lived here. He understood even before that walk to the cross that we have a deep need for soul peace. Have you found this for yourself? I love reading about Him in Deuteronomy.
In Deuteronomy 31:8 we see, "It is the Lord Who goes before you; He will [march] with you; He will not fail you or let you go or forsake you; [let there be no cowardice or flinching, but] fear not, neither become broken [in spirit- depressed, dismayed, and unnerved wtih alarm]." We need Holy Spirit every hour don't we?
Jesus promised in John 14:26..."But the Comforter (Counselor, Helper, Intercessor, Advocate, Strengthener, Standby), the Holy Spirit, Whom the Father will send in My name [in My place, to represent Me and act on My behalf], He will teach you all things. And He will cause you to recall (will remind you of, bring to your remembrance) everything I have told you." Thank you Jesus!
Another place that speaks soul provider to me is found in Proverbs 24-26..."When you lie down, you shall not be afraid; yes, you shall lie down, and your sleep shall be sweet. ~ Be not afraid of sudden terror and panic, nor of the stormy blast or the storm and ruin of the wicked when it comes [for you will be guiltless]. ~ For the Lord shall be your confidence, firm and strong, and shall keep your foot from being caught [in a trap or some hidden danger]." Amen!
Jesus wants us to let Him be the center of what touches us. Right now, I know I'm not the only one grieving. It hurts so deeply and the tears are so many. This morning once again, I asked the Lord in prayer this found in Isaiah 61:3. This is the version I love to read.
"To grant [consolation and joy] to those who mourn in Zion-- to give them an ornament of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of joy instead of mourning, the garment of praise instead of a heavy, burdened and failing spirit-- that they may be called oaks of righteousness [lofty, strong, and magnificent, distinquished for uprightness, justice,and right standing with God], the planting of the Lord, that He may be glorified." Praise the name of Jesus!
Will you pray with me? Heavenly Father, Abba, there are so many places in the Bible that reflect your goodness and faithfulness. Thank you for sending Jesus to bring us into your family. You see each hurting heart. You hear every cry for mercy. I know you are able to keep us regardless of our circumstances. You will lead us as a Shepherd, even through the valley of death. Help us keep our eyes on You and our hand in Yours. There is a light at the end of this journey. We trust you to take us all the way home. Thank you for all your promises in the name of our matchless warrior, Jesus our soon coming King. Amen.
"Peace I leave with you; My [own] peace I now give and bequeath to you, Not as the world gives do I give to you. Do not let your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid. [Stop allowing yourselves to be agitated and disturbed; and do not permit yourselves to be fearful and intimidated and cowardly and unsettled.] ~ You heard Me tell you, I am going away and I am coming [back] to you. If you [really] loved Me, you would have been glad, because I am going to the Father; for the Father is greater and mightier than I am." John 14:27-28. Amen.
Abundance is...my soul rests in Him