It was three years ago today that I started this journey of writing a daily devotional. The time has flown by, with God leading me daily as I share His Word. This will be the 978 th posting…and I thought when I started I might not be able to write more than 30! This devotional has traveled all over the world, now being read in 103 countries daily. Thank you to all who have been on this journey with me over the past three years…I cherish all your friendships and pray for you daily. The Lord has been leading me to more Speaking opportunities, which I look forward to…but He still wants me to continue with Safetypinlove. So, I look to Him for continued guidance as I am faithful to do my part day by day. Thank you for your support and love! Pam
Month: September 2015
Psalm 31: 14 ” But I trust in You, O Lord; I say, ‘ You are my God.’ “
Today, I was going through my binders of writings, when the Lord had me stumble upon something I had written seven years ago today. My husband and I were working in the garden when he collapsed that day in 2008 and was rushed to the ER by ambulance. Initially, thinking it was another heart attack, it turned out to be atrial fibrillation, which has been controlled by medication since. The biggest thing I remember about that day was the peace I felt…that God was holding me together – like a safety-pin. And I remember the handful of safety-pins I received in the mail a few days later from a dear friend who I had sent safety-pins to when she started her battle with cancer. God’s safety-pin love held both of us together during those desperate times.
II Kings 1:8 ” He was a man with a garment of hair and with a leather belt around his waist.”
The Prophet Elijah of the Old Testament…He was recognized by this outfit…his clothing symbolizing his power…so much, that false prophets of that time would attempt to copy his attire. This unusual garb of camel’s-hair and leather illustrated Elijah’s focus was on God, not on his physical comfort or tradition. Later, John the Baptist adopted the same outfit…”Ministering in the spirit and power of Elijah.” ( Luke 1:17) Jesus, Himself, even compared the two in Matthew 11:14 in this way, ” And if you are willing to accept it, he is the Elijah who was to come.”
II Timothy 2: 9 ” But God’s Word is not chained.”
God’s Word is not bound by human law. It’s not confined or hindered by man’s thought process. It’s not shackled by old traditions. It’s not restrained by political correctness. No, God’s Word…His omnipotent Voice, is free to be released wherever and whenever He chooses.
Acts 11:26 ” The Disciples were called Christians first at Antioch.”
For the early Church, the label “Christian” was anything but a compliment. It was actually a derogatory name given to mock and ridicule Believers by others. Thus the Disciples and other Followers of the Way did not use this term to identify themselves.
Nahum 1:3 ” The Lord is slow to anger and great in power; the Lord will not leave the guilty unpunished.”
Our Lord is long-suffering, wishing none to perish. And if we but turn to Him, the Lord is willing to forgive all wickedness, rebellion, and sin. Yet the Lord will never exonerate the corrupt or allow them to go free.
Isaiah 7:9 ” If you do not stand firm in your faith, you will not stand at all.”
Many have a cause they stand for…endangered animals, human rights abuse, the list is endless. You will hear emotional pleas full of compassion and conviction from motivated people willing to take a stand. So do we as Believers exhibit the same passions and principles when speaking of our faith and trust in Jesus? Are we willing to bear witness to His work in our life and share our testimony with others? If we won’t stand up for Jesus…what will we then depend on?
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