I was delayed in going to Bible study the other night...just for a minute, which proved to be yet another Divine orchestration. For the moment's delay, allowed me to hear lyrics I had not heard before..."no more tears for alibis....surrender to strong". In recent years, having been beaten down by life & circumstances my spirit caved in to "tears as alibis". I didn't walk around weeping, but my soul was in such a place. As I prayed the lyrics on the way to Bible study, I did not fully realize how fortuitous they were.
In our readings of the evening, we talked about disciplining ones' self in the Word, prayer & in listening. I shared how much of my life had shadowed out of control, my time with God had slowly eroded & there should be no surprise things had become difficult for me. I added that I am presently striving to be "intentional & deliberate" in spending time with God. The next morning, I arose early & read the Bible first thing...putting all else aside. By the time I returned home, the devil had pulled out all the old demons. Recognizing this is a spiritual attack, I took my petitions to my husband who also shared with our prayer team. A wonderful opportunity presented itself & we shared a wonderful Bible study with our son on Matthew 25, "whatsoever you do unto the least of these, you do unto me."
This morning, I was led to read the Book of John, where I found a wonderful passage that simply leapt out at me. "For His fullness we have all received, & grace for grace" (John 1:16). As I resolve to dedicate myself to God's Word first thing, He strengthens me for the day & the potential battles ahead, reminding me of my blessings & encouraging me. He also reminds me to be humble..."grace for grace"....not only grace to those who extend it, but to love those who do not do the same, reminding me He is in "the least of these".
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