Your hands have made and fashioned me; give me understanding that I may learn your commandments. Those who fear you shall see me and rejoice, because I have hoped in your word. I know, O Lord, that your rules are righteous, and that in faithfulness you have afflicted me. Let your steadfast love comfort me according to your promise to your servant. Let your mercy come to me, that I may live; for your law is my delight. Let the insolent be put to shame, because they have wronged me with falsehood; as for me, I will meditate on your precepts. Let those who fear you turn to me, that they may know your testimonies. May my heart be blameless in your statutes, that I may not be put to shame! (Psalm 119:73-80, ESV)
Do you have any issues that seem to be insurmountable?
Recently as an ordained pastor of the ELCA, who is looking for a call, I have watched several friends receive calls and move on to other places and opportunities in ministry, as I seem to wait for the next phase of life God has in store for me and my family. This might sound like I am concerned or upset. And to say that I am not would not admit the humanness that makes me up. It is upsetting, and I worry about the well being of my family, and my wife, and how I will continue to minister.
But my life is not all dark clouds…
I read the psalm for today and I am reminded that God formed me with His hands. He fashioned me to be a part of His plan, a part only He completely understands and knows how it will play out. So I fear nothing, and worry only in my humanness, because I know that I am made by my creator and He is watching over me. His mercy will come to me and my enemies will not stand before Him.
So trust in the one who formed you before you were a twinkle in the eyes of your mother and delight in His mercy.
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