This is
what the Lord says:
“Cursed
is the one who trusts in man, who draws strength from mere flesh and
whose heart turns away from the Lord. That person will be like a bush
in the wastelands; they will not see prosperity when it comes. They will
dwell in the parched places of the desert, in a salt land where
no one lives.
“But
blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is
in him. They will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots
by the stream. It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always
green. It has no worries in a year of drought and never fails to bear
fruit.” – Jeremiah 17:7-8
Beloved
sister, do you see? Every one of us has the choice between two paths. The
destinations are vastly different and the choice is yours and mine.
I can’t
speak for you, but I sure do want that luscious jewelry-fruit, along with the opportunity
to dangle my leg-roots into the babbling brook while my ever-green hand-leaves praise my Father in heaven!
However, I know that confidence in Him and freedom from worry is not cheap or easy. I must place all my trust and all that I
care about in His really big, strong, capable hands. It’s going to take time
and practice, but I’ve got a great Teacher!
Abba God, thank You for your promises and
generous grace toward us. We don’t deserve to be your children, and we are
grateful! Give us hearts which are steadfast to trust in YOU alone, choosing to
believe You are faithful and able to provide nourishment and strength for each
situation. Give us courage to stand firm in faith no
matter what. We give You
all the honor, glory, and praise - only You are worthy! In Jesus’ name…
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