Wow, I had an amazingly intimate encounter with God last night! I woke up feeling refreshed and more alive than I have in a long time. My husband and I are about to move across the country and start a new life in a new location… I have felt so scared, because I have been hurt and left alone before. Even though I know my husband loves me dearly, I have been allowing the fear to seep in because it is scary to give up everything I love for the one I love. Last night, my perspective changed….
Psalm 27:1-3 (NLT) "The Lord is my light and my salvation –So why should I be afraid? The Lord is my fortress, protecting me from danger, so why should I tremble? When evil people come to devour me, when my enemies and foes attack me, they will stumble and fall. Though a mighty army surrounds me, my heart will not be afraid. Even if I am attacked, I will remain confident."
I have allowed myself to fear what has happened before, instead of facing what is ahead. A fortress is to stand on all sides and protect from danger… The Lord is our fortress to stand against all attacks, whether they are physical, emotional, or spiritual. He knows what we need, and we do not need to be intimidated! He never says it will be an easy road, but when we are attacked, He is there to protect us.
When an army is inside of a fortress, they are still prepared to fight when the time comes, but that wall protects them. When we are looking for God's best for our lives, we cannot put up our own walls and block everything. When we trust Him to take care of that, He is in control of the gate into the fortress; and we have to allow Him to let those people in that He knows are best for us. These opportunities could be the mate He has for us, the job He is providing, the big move, or anything else that you may be hesitant about. His plan is best and until we reside in His house and let His walls protect us instead of our own, we may never know what it may be! His walls usually require us to step outside of our comfort zone, and it may not always be convenient, but it will be worth it. He will be there for you, so fear no more!!
Awesome, simply awesome! I will be re-posting this verse. Such a good revelation! Love you!
ReplyDeleteFunny. I found my husband's family this past week. His mom left his dad at age 2 and never looked back. When I talked to his dad, he said, "You all should move up here." (cue nervous laugh) Knowing that my husband is always wanting to "get out of here", I also knew that he would be glad to hear that his family was so eager to meet him, and that he would WANT to move up there to get to know them. We live about 11 hours away from his "new" family, and I can't see leaving everything I know on a whim like that (including my own family here). I've been bothered by this for a few days- until last night. I was convicted. I never asked God for direction. I have gotten so bad about "fixing" my own problems and not turning to Him. Maybe that's why everything in me is falling apart--ya think?! haha So, it was a little strange today to see your post. :) But I guess it was just meant to be. I love you babe. and Thanks!!
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