God Is Good And In Control
What a week!!! I don't know about you all, but this has been quite a week! In the midst of our world dealing with a Coronavirus that is causing empty shelves, school closings, large gatherings cancelled, economic changes, and local tragedy, it will make you stop and think about what is truly important. Times like this can cause anxiety and uncertainty. I have seen so many encouraging posts with scripture that reminds me of God's truths.
Isaiah 41:10 Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
2 Timothy 1:7 For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.
Psalm 34:4 I sought the Lord, and he answered me and delivered me from all my fears.
Joshua 1:9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”
Psalm 56:3-4 When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. In God, whose word I praise, in God I trust; I shall not be afraid. What can flesh do to me?
Philippians 4:6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.
Psalm 56:3 When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.
These are all great reminders that we need to be putting our trust in God and he will calm our fears. There is so much going on around the world it is changing daily. But remember that God knows what He is doing. Praying and looking to His Word is where we find a perfect unexplained peace.
Even with all of this going on, God is still in control. This week I completed an infusion that was required to get me to the next step for a stem cell transplant that will hopefully halt my battle with MS. When I completed the infusion, I was instructed to follow-up with my neurologist. I have been communicating with him since Thursday. Late Friday afternoon, I was surprised to learn that my re-evaluation appointment that was scheduled for June has been moved up to May 4th!!! I am so excited and in awe of how God continues to move. During my visit, I was given information on how to protect myself from Coronavirus since this medication is designed to suppress my immune system. The good news is that I already practice their recommendations. I have prayed about the steps I have taken and how I serve with my church family and I am at perfect peace even in spite of all of the recent events and warnings.
#GodsGotThis
Friends, none of the things I have been dealing with would be possible to work through without Jesus and my church family. My church family goes far beyond the church where I am serving currently. I keep in touch with many of you that have served with me in the past. There are many that I have met that attend other churches. Your prayers and encouragement are not forgotten. If you are reading this and you do not know Jesus or you are not attending a church, please let today be the beginning of a new life with Him. Jesus is always number one but, it can be harder to make it in this world without the love and support of your church family. We need each other also. If you have questions or want to take that next step with Jesus, feel free to send me an e-mail.
I never thought I would have this opportunity, but with God anything is possible. I can't wait to see how He is going to work! Until next week, have a safe and peaceful night.
