For with God nothing shall be impossible. ~Luke 1:37
The return to school is fast approaching and with each day I think of all of things that I will need to do. Getting my son to and from campus because he does not drive yet. Working with a whole new department of teachers and being a teacher leader for them and my peers. Getting students prepared for end of the year high stakes test and graduation. Getting the "chores" done to keep my household running smooth. The list goes on and on. The work seems endless.
Transparently, I already feel overwhelmed, but then I think of God. I think of God and know that it is all going to be okay because what is impossible in my own strength is possible with God. I am not alone. He is with me and I am going to take one day at a time. As I write this, I also think about the armor of God ( Ephesians 6:10-18) because I will need to be equipped spiritually. There will be battles and I will need to be prepared. I will need to put on the belt of truth so that I can gird my self to walk daily in His word and in His will. To be obedient to the wisdom He gives me to navigate the days and season. I will need the breastplate of righteousness to guard my heart. The shoes of the gospel to spread the word to others. To be an influencer for God where He has placed me. To usher in peace. The shield of faith as I walk by faith and not by sight. My defense against the lies of the enemy. The helmet of salvation to guard my mind and my peace. The sword of the Spirit , His word to guide me, encourage me and crush the enemy.
I need all these things and through prayer I communicate to God and He to me. I do noy have to be afraid or overwhelmed. I just need to trust God and know that He never fails.
Father, thank you for being with me. Thank You for being God. Help me to take one day at a time with You knowing you got me and You have my situations. Help me to be at peace. In Jesus name. Amen
I, too, have a lot of things running through my brain. Don't have a job yet, but God..daughter needs to fly on her own, but God.., among other things toying through this brain of mine. God is faithful and His word stands true.."for thou art with me- thy rod and thy staff-they comfort me" I rest assured in knowing that I may not know the way, but Almighty God does. I pray and ask God to give me His peace that surpasses all understanding and I acknowledge Him so that He may direct my path. I pray the same for everyone whose load seems heavy, but God...In Jesus name
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