Confident Faith
The new year has started with some fresh challenges. I guess I shouldn't be surprised, but I would have preferred to have a less stressful beginning. I saw a quote - "the presence of trouble does not mean the absence of God." SO very true! God is right here with me as He's been these last 9+ years on our unexpected journey. I would be lost without Him. My trust in Him has proven His faithfulness.
The "blessing" in Numbers 6 has always been so special to me. I shared about it a couple months ago when I woke up with it running through my mind one morning. Several friends have sent it to me during Christmas and New Year's. I receive it afresh for 2024.
"The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make His face shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn His face toward you and give you peace."
I think the Lord wants to bless us more than we can ever imagine. We just need to turn our hearts fully to Him.
I recently found a short article by David Wilkerson from many years ago. I love this quote from him:
"I believe the greatest sign or wonder to the world these days is not a person who has been raised from the dead. No, what truly makes an impact on the mind and spirit of the ungodly is the Christian who endures all trials, storms, pain and suffering with a confident faith. Such a believer emerges from his troubles stronger in character, stronger in faith, stronger in Christ."
That's my prayer for every challenge I face this year!! May God help my faith in Him to be confident in the face of everything that comes my way.
"Oh, taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the man who trusts in Him!" Psalm 34:8
"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light." Matthew 11:28-30
About the author: Sally McClung is a member of the All Nations International Leadership Team and is co-founder of All Nations. Her husband, Floyd McClung, was a world-renown missions leader. Floyd went to be with Jesus in 2021. He is the author of 16 books, including the best-selling books, “The Father Heart of God” and “Living on the Devil’s Doorstep.”
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