I don't have an answer for the horror of Monday's mass killing here in Virginia. It is just wrong. What I do know is that there are many people who need help. That is help that only God can give. We continue to pray for those surrounding this situation and what have been rocked by the insanity.
Psalm 18:2 (nlt) --- The L ord is my rock, my fortress, and my savior; my God is my rock, in whom I find protection. He is my shield, the power that saves me, and my place of safety.
That is not an answer I seek to provide you with or anything other than to tell you where I go when I am at the end of my rope or about to explode. That is God. He is able, He is gracious and He is mine.
Years ago I remember writing that verse on a card and putting it on the dash board of the little car I was driving. Those words from Psalm 18:2 gave me comfort that could come from no one and no where else. It was a wisdom drug and comfort shot. It gave me hope that everything would be OK.
Some people will be questioning and end up in depression. Others will find great help. How can we issue help to those in need?
Psalm 18:18 (nlt) --- They attacked me at a moment when I was in distress, but the L ord supported me.
There aren't enough words, and who knows the right words. That is where God comes in. Rick Warren said "God never wastes a hurt." That means God will use the hurt in your life to assist you in helping some one else. You may not know the right words, but just be there for people. When you are asked to speak, share what God says. Those words last while our words will fade.
Proverbs 18:4 (nlt) --- Wise words are like deep waters; wisdom flows from the wise like a bubbling brook.
Any hope? Yes. Any answers? No. Where do we go from here? We run to God. That is where our strength and safety will be found.
Proverbs 18:10 (nlt) --- The name of the L ord is a strong fortress; the godly run to him and are safe.
I stood for a moment yesterday at about noon in front of a church building in West Virginia looking at the homes that face the church. There were 6 or 8 homes, but right in the middle and in front of them was a very small stream. I heard it before I saw it. I heard the water and then saw it rushing over a few rocks placed in just the right place. What I heard was something like this ... God is the only one who gives us fresh water and refreshing life. Listen to Him, walk with Him and spend time where His mercy and love refreshes you every day.
Psalm 18:2 (nlt) --- The L ord is my rock, my fortress, and my savior; my God is my rock, in whom I find protection. He is my shield, the power that saves me, and my place of safety.
That is not an answer I seek to provide you with or anything other than to tell you where I go when I am at the end of my rope or about to explode. That is God. He is able, He is gracious and He is mine.
Years ago I remember writing that verse on a card and putting it on the dash board of the little car I was driving. Those words from Psalm 18:2 gave me comfort that could come from no one and no where else. It was a wisdom drug and comfort shot. It gave me hope that everything would be OK.
Some people will be questioning and end up in depression. Others will find great help. How can we issue help to those in need?
Psalm 18:18 (nlt) --- They attacked me at a moment when I was in distress, but the L ord supported me.
There aren't enough words, and who knows the right words. That is where God comes in. Rick Warren said "God never wastes a hurt." That means God will use the hurt in your life to assist you in helping some one else. You may not know the right words, but just be there for people. When you are asked to speak, share what God says. Those words last while our words will fade.
Proverbs 18:4 (nlt) --- Wise words are like deep waters; wisdom flows from the wise like a bubbling brook.
Any hope? Yes. Any answers? No. Where do we go from here? We run to God. That is where our strength and safety will be found.
Proverbs 18:10 (nlt) --- The name of the L ord is a strong fortress; the godly run to him and are safe.
I stood for a moment yesterday at about noon in front of a church building in West Virginia looking at the homes that face the church. There were 6 or 8 homes, but right in the middle and in front of them was a very small stream. I heard it before I saw it. I heard the water and then saw it rushing over a few rocks placed in just the right place. What I heard was something like this ... God is the only one who gives us fresh water and refreshing life. Listen to Him, walk with Him and spend time where His mercy and love refreshes you every day.
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