Undercurrent

4/19/2020

1 Kings 2:28 “For Joab had turned after Adonijah, though he turned not after Absalom.”

We are all concentrating on safety at this moment in time. The world is collectively experiencing a trial of epic proportions, were the common enemy is microscopic and unrelenting. Everyone is in crisis mode, and it shows by the empty schools and streets, by gloves and masks, by not being able to protect the ones we love. Travel and trade have stopped, and our economy is at the tipping point of collapse. This is certainly a time of crisis.

So, how will we be counted? As believers, will we be strong and faithful or found wanting? Will we rest in the comfort of our God, and find our strength in Him? Will we be steadfast in our obedience, and loyal until the end? Will we grow in our relationship with God, and reach out in hope and love to others? Chambers says, “We are apt to say—‘It is not in the least likely that having been through the supreme crisis, I shall turn now to the things of the world.’ Do not forecast where the temptation will come, it is the least likely thing that is in peril. You have remained true to God under great and intense trials, now beware of the undercurrent.”

We must, dear ones, stay vigilant in study and prayer. Do not be pulled down by the undercurrent of fear and despair, but instead rise up. Our God is almighty and eternal, and He has already conquered the world.

In this time of uncertainly, there is one truth that is steadfast and eternal: the love and saving grace of Jesus. Turn to Him, repent of your sins, and He will give you mercy and peace. You are loved!

For such a time as this.

2 Chronicles 7:14 “If My people, who are called by My name, will humble themselves and pray and seek My face and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven and will forgive their sins and will heal their land

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May God have mercy on us all