HIS Presence

There are some very precious times when I totally sense God's Presence; and today is one of those days.  Lately, I often felt like I was on that ship that the apostle Paul sailed on going to Rome - hitting winds, storms, delays, dangers, and ultimately shipwreck.  Yet, Paul had peace in the midst of that storm because of his faith in God; and I know that in the midst of my storms and even when feeling that I'm being blown off course and things are falling apart, I just need to keep my eyes on HIM.

At about lunch time today, after I had been faced with several challenges and decisions; I just felt so drawn to spend some time in prayer and sitting quietly before HIM.  It was a blessing to enter HIS throne room, and to lay my burdens at His feet.   God started answering almost right away, and I've been able to address some of the things that have been hanging over my head like storm clouds ready to pour down on me.

And then, I received an email from one of our church missionaries to Mexico.   She shared about how she was encouraged to receive the card and worship CD; and how it was perfect timing, for she had a tough day.  That's like a hug from God  (for both of us :-) ), to be encouraged by and to be the encourager to one another.  Isn't God wonderful!