Hello My Chickadees,
I open this blog with a prayer for all of our health, well-being, and safety as we go through this health crisis. The mission of Inspirational Things by Gail is to encourage and inspire, and I pray that something the Holy Spirit shares through me will encourage you. With all that we are hearing from everywhere and everyone, it’s only human to feel some degree of fear, but this is the time to stand on our faith and the promises of God. When I say stand on our faith, I mean speak it. There is strength that renews our spirit-man when we remind God of His promises. Psalm 91 is the Psalm of protection and verses 10-16 state:
“No harm will come to you.
No sickness will come near your house.
He will put His angels in charge of you to
protect you in all your ways.
They will carry you in their hands so that
you never hit your foot against a rock.
You will step on lions and cobras.
You will trample young lions and snakes.
Because you love me, I will rescue you.
I will protect you because you know my name.
When you call me, I will answer you.
I will be with you when you are in trouble.
I will save you and honor you.
I will satisfy you long life.
I will save you.”
My Dear Chickadees, God did not give us a spirit of fear, but of love, power, and a sound mind (2 Timothy 1:17). Yes, we must be prudent and follow the advised precautions given to us by those God has put in charge of keeping us safe, but we don’t need to panic or listen to the voice of fear.
God will often times give us opportunities to put into practice what we say we believe. The question becomes if our faith is strong enough to withstand the fire of the furnace.
It is important that we remember that no matter what we go through, God is with us; and if we seek His face, He will give us a peace that surpasses understanding – a peace to stand and withstand the pandemic of this virus.
Take a moment to remember the things God has already done for you. The Israelites used to build altars of stones as a reminder of significant times God brought them through their fiery furnaces. Whether it was crossing the Red Sea to flee their enemies or miraculously defeating a formidable foe, He was with them and their victory was a reminder to them that NO weapon formed against them would prosper (Isaiah 54:17). Our God is the same yesterday, today, and forever. As the song goes, “If He did it before, He can do it again.” Psalm 91 re-assures us that He can and more importantly, He will.
Be not discouraged, be not dismayed. Don’t run your neighbors over trying to gather up all the toilet tissue, water, and bread off the shelves. Remember, God said He will provide. In a desert place, He is The Rock that will spring forth water to nourish our souls. He took a few fish and fed 5,000 (probably more like 15,000 with women and children), and they had 7 baskets left over.
He is a God of more than enough. He is a God that says “I am with you and will see you through.”
So, how do we have peace in the midst of the virus? We remember who is in control of ALL things and that we are in Him.
I love you, My Chickadees. Stay safe and trust God. He will see us through.
Peace and Blessings,
Gail
P.S. Good Morning My Chickadees: Morning Messages from Mom is coming. Stay tuned.