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No Worries Here
In Philippians 4:6-7 Paul writes, “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, shall guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Our anxiety and worry is distrust and disbelief in God, and it weakens us for His service. The Word tells us that we are to pray about the things that are troubling us, giving us anxiety, or weighing heavily on our hearts. Make these requests known to God.
“Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you.” (1 Peter 5:7) This is the peace of God; knowing that He is sovereign and that He cares for us, that we have been reconciled to God because of what Jesus did on the cross, and we have the hope of heaven and enjoyment of God forever. This peace will keep our hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
“Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on Thee, because he trusteth in Thee.” Isaiah 26:3 (from Patrick Klein and the online newsletter of Vision Beyond Borders, June 28, 2013).
These are my hopes and prayers of today, to keep me focused on that which matters most. The relatively little stuff of my Sunday cannot compare to the riches in heaven, the rewards of the faithful, the promise of eternity with the Lord Jesus Christ. Translated in Julie terms: the noxious stuff will pass. This is but a season of trials. And so I pray:
“I lay these at Your throne of grace my King for your care, mercy, and grace. I trust that You see me. I trust that You hear me. I trust that You care for me on my bed of sickness (Psalm 41:3). I trust that You are my strength when I am weak and will sustain me, prepare me for the tasks ahead (Psalm73:26). I trust that you will guide my beloved husband and me in Your ways to fullness of joy (Psalm16:11). In these promises I rest. In Christ’s name, amen.
Lyme Disease Awareness Bracelets
From simple beginnings to mixed media, jeweled knotted hemp bracelets, Trinity Jewelry by Design has carried me through the dog days of recovery from Lyme Disease. Enjoy the pictures and click through to my website on Etsy to see more. I give the Lord the credit for his creative work in me from the life He has crafted to the work of my hands.
It’s all good. Thank you Jesus!
In the present moment
A little something from Jesus Calling by Sarah Young (2004)
Rest with me a while. You have journeyed up a steep, rugged path in recent days. The way ahead is shrouded in uncertainty. Look neither behind you nor before you. Instead, focus your attention on Me, your constant Companion. Trust that I will equip you fully for whatever awaits you on your journey.
I designed time to be a protection for you. You couldn’t bear to see all your life at once. Though I am unlimited by time, it is in the present moment that I meet you. Refresh yourself in My company, breathing deep draughts of My Presence. The highest level of trust is to enjoy Me moment by moment. I am with you, watching over you wherever you go. (Page 186)
Psalm 143:8
New International Version (NIV)
8 Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go, for to you I entrust my life.
Genesis 28:15
New International Version (NIV)
15 I am with you and will watch over you wherever you go, and I will bring you back to this land. I will not leave you until I have done what I have promised you.”
Sometimes you spin your wheels
“It was the best of times, it was the worst of times . . .” Charles Dickens
I have so much for which to be grateful this day. Despite the absolute insanity of my days, I can still rise above the mud and muck and see the sun shine on a few blessings. I get to see that the Lord goes before me, ordering my steps even before I realize that I am not stumbling but walking humbly in His grace. I am so glad that He is gentle with me. After a rough night there is usually a great nap within a day. After much confusion, the Lord uses a new friend to point me in the right direction. After a very long wait to see a medical professional, there is a sweet phone call to another dear friend while waiting in the lobby. After contracting a serious illness, there are new sojourners to acknowledge me, walk with me, light the way to hope. And after so much unrest there are peaceful moments that transcend my understanding!
Nothing is truly wasted in God’s economy if we but keep our eyes focused on Him. We must press on.
If your situation stinks, get your mind out of the muck and consider coming to Jesus. Get into His Word, the Bible, and you will find what you need. He is waiting. You can have an eternal focus that will transcend this day. Seriously. Psalm 23 lifts me up every time.
Jesus is for the Wounded 
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