Today’s Thought “Dreaming is Permitted” G. Ward

 

Psalm 34: ¹⁸ The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.

 

I really thought my senior-hood would be a view comparable to a Norman Rockwell painting; that is peace and harmony, without great trials; to then grow up in the Lord and whereas HE sought to prepare every follower of hard times ahead (Matt.10:16-22), along with impending judgments that could unfold hatred regarding my confession of Christ as Sufficient that transformed my old life into new (John 15:19-20), I’ve now become sensitized to my every step of how HE endured - amidst even greater trials. Christ, however, demonstrated how to get along, though trials persisted. HE embraced an intentional quiet time with the Father, even rehearsing perfect guidance found in the highest document provided man (the road map to being sustained). Moreover, HE embodied “praying without ceasing” and yes, HE wept; doing so, while looking out at the multitudes, along with witnessing earth’s departure for those HE loved. Yet, HIS tears may have portrayed sadness, but never despair; for HE was on mission, even unashamed, along with bravery, insisting all would know the Father desires a love relationship with any, that involves a reconciliation that only HE can provide (John 14:6).

 

Father God, it’s become our joy to call on Your Name and yes, it’s greatly to be praised! There’s confidence in Your hearing us; particularly as our Lord Jesus taught every follower to identify a need that assures – “Your will be done.” As we more submit to imitating our Savior’s walk, may ours echo HIS words and character; meditating more on a time without measure, where troubles will be over, because Mercy found us and forgave us and we know HIS grace is sufficient! May every component of Heaven and earth’s ownership be praised, because of Jesus, Amen.