"This is a Good Day"

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There's an old song that the Lord recently brought to my mind.  I've been listening to it again and again, hearing my Father speak.  So I just had to create something to capture a piece of the song to remember God's promise and gift to me, and to receive the peace that He brings.  The song is, "This Good Day", by Fernando Ortega.  I hope it ministers to you as it has to me. 
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D7nZVtZFE0A

The Lord reminds us that today and every day is a true gift given by our heavenly Father.  He has a good plan for the very time we're living in, where He instructs us to make the most of every living and breathing moment.  (Ephesians 5:16)

No matter the conditions, whether cold winds blow, or dark clouds come, the Lord is our shelter.  He is the One who is with us always, who goes before us, who is in control and God over all. 

With the assurance that our Father is by our side and His hand upon our lives, we can joyfully sing a song of praise to Him who orders and watches over all of our steps.  (Psalm 37:23)  For this is the day the Lord has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it!  (Psalm 118:24)

Father, we thank You for this day, the day that You have made, fashioned by Your own hands, where You safely lead and guide us through.  Help us to live wisely and to make the most of the moments You have given.  When times are difficult, bring us back to this place of remembrance, and the knowledge that You are with us.  Thank You for Your presence in our lives and for reminding us that this is a GOOD DAY because You are faithful, and we travel this road together. 

"Lead Me to the Rock"

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When this is how you feel...overwhelmed!!!  When there are a gazillion things coming at you all at once, and someone or something has just gotten on your last nerve, again, and you're even freaking out the cat (hah, hah!) because you're just about to lose it.  Then, even while writing this, hubby comes in and says there may be something seriously wrong with your car, I stop and remember to run to the ROCK that is higher than I. 

Though all may not be understood or immediately resolved, let us be reminded that we have a faithful Father who leads us to Himself, and into the place where we can cast all our care upon Him, for He cares for us.

 

Get away with the Lord, allowing Him to calm all your fears and soothe your anxious thoughts, as He chases them away with His perfect love.

As we rest in the presence of our sweet Shepherd, finding delight in Him, He settles our stressed out, frustrated, worried, weak and weary souls, as He gently guides us into lush and peaceful pastures.

The Father hears our cries.  He attends to our prayers.  He works on our behalf.  He is our safe haven and strong tower from every enemy, and all the unexpected circumstances of everyday life. 

And so, we trust in Him as we abide in the shelter of His protective covering.  Beneath the warmth of His wings, wrapped up in His love, we become confident that He is orchestrating everything to work toward something good and beautiful.

The Lord surely is our hope and help in time of need.  It is He who is our source and supply.

Scripture Meditation:
Psalm 61
1 Peter 5:7

Philippians 4:6-7

1 John 4:18
Psalm 23

Romans 8:28

Hebrews 4:15-16

"Believe You Are Vital"

You are the body of the Anointed, the Liberating King; each and every one

of you is a vital member.

1 Corinthians 12:27 

You are essential, an integral part of the body of Christ, an important and needed member, contributing to the building up of the kingdom of God.  You are My chosen ones.  You are vital.  You are Mine.

I AM the Life Giver dwelling inside of you, revealing My heart, the One who pours into you and who has designed you to flow freely and powerfully in your God given destiny.  You are one who is made to continually bloom and to abundantly and generously sow the very things I have placed inside of you. 

Yes, there are things I have given into your hands, with faith enough and the ability to perform every good work in just the places and people and ways I have chosen.  For I understand everything there is to know about you, and I make you to be successful in the things I’ve called you to, causing you to go forth with joy and great delight.

I AM the One who opens up doors and finds you favor.  I give you understanding as you seek Me to walk in obedience and will not let your feet slip, but in fact give you hinds’ feet that you may keep the course I have laid out before you, steady and unwavering, safe in My grip, equipped to traverse even high mountain cliffs without fear or trepidation, for the Lord is by your side.

There are times you have believed you are weak or have little or nothing to offer, but in Christ you can do all things through Him who strengthens you.  I AM the One who uses the weak and the foolish, those humble before Me, to confound the wise.  As My people step out in faith, empowered and led by My Holy Spirit, I take your little and turn it to much.

I AM the One who prepares your heart and who goes before you to prepare the hearts of others.  I AM the One who works through you to pour out blessings that cannot be contained as you sow what I’ve sown.  I AM strong in your weakness, supplying grace upon grace as I lead you into situations, create opportunities, and arrange encounters that I have chosen to serve My divine purpose and plans.

For truly I tell you, My name shall be known throughout all the earth.  Shine brightly, confidently, and courageously as My beacons of light, while My face shines upon you.  Let the radiance and glory of God be seen.