Jesus Calling: January 4

I want you to learn a new habit, try saying, "I trust You, Jesus" in response to whatever happens to you. If there is time, think about who I AM in all My Power and Glory; ponder also the depth and breadth of My love for you.
     This simple practice will help you see Me in every situation, acknowledging My sovereign control over the universe. When you view events from this perspective--through the Light of my universal Presence--fear loses its grip on you. Adverse circumstances become growth opportunities when you affirm your trust in Me no matter what. You receive blessings gratefully, realizing they flow directly from My hand of grace. Your continual assertion of trusting Me will strengthen our relationship and keep you close to Me.

Psalm 63:2
English Standard Version 
 So I have looked upon you in the sanctuary,
beholding your power and glory.

Isaiah 40:10-11
English Standard Version

Behold, the Lord GOD comes with might,
and his arm rules for him;
behold, his reward is with him,
and his recompense before him.
He will tend his flock like a shepherd;
he will gather the lambs in his arms;
he will carry them in his bosom,
and gently lead those that are with young.

Psalm 139:7-10
English Standard Version
Where shall I go from your Spirit?
Or where shall I flee from your presence?
If I ascend to heaven, you are there!
If I make my bed in Sheol, you are there!
If I take the wings of the morning
and dwell in the uttermost parts of the sea,
even there your hand shall lead me,
and your right hand shall hold me.

My Prayer - Jan 4, 2013
Lord, it's no secret that right now, in our household, there is a weight on us, as we try to find a car. So, learning to Trust You, like all things in life, "whatever happens" remains key. Lord, we desire to make wise decisions. I'm thankful for friends at work that are so helpful in giving me rides to work. Please direct our paths as we trust in You. It was great to hear my son Tyson remind us all last night that we need to pray for this process.

You Lord have all Power and all Glory. You come with might. Your arm rules for You. You take care of your flock and gather your children in your arms. You carry us and gently lead us. There is no place to go from You. Your presence is with me always. You are there, everywhere. You have power over all that we see and can't see. Your glory is magnificent. You are here with us. And your love for me and my family, all of us, is never ending. Lord, I can't fathom that Love. I know you care. Your love, Your power, Your glory are more ways we can see to trust in You.

Lord, You rule over all the affairs of my life. You have supreme authority. I can't flee from your presence. Lord, I trust that You are sovereign, though I admit, I don't really understand it. Lord, help me to remove this fear of my life in the unknown and realize that I can trust You for this unknown. I'm weak. I only want good circumstances to occur in my life. I only want things to go smoothly. Lord, help me to rely on You and trust in You through the adverse circumstances of life, the circumstances that I don't welcome. I can still trust You in those. In riches and in poverty, I can still trust You. The bottom line is I need to Trust in You no matter the outcomes; no matter how I define them.

You are over all.

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