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1/18/21

Isaiah 58:11 "The LORD will guide you always; he will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched land and will strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden, like a spring whose waters never fail."

Today, a few things happened that made me and my husband smile and just think that God must have a sense of humor. Sometimes, a situation comes about that is so out of the blue that, even in times of hardship, you cannot help but laugh. The only answer for such a happening is God, as you can only see His hand in the connections. All of a sudden, you know the direction you desired is not the right way to go at all, and a different path you never even conceived of is placed before you. Only Almighty God can bring about such things. 

You all have heard the expression, "When God closes a door, He opens a window," correct? Well, sometimes when God closes a door, he opens another larger door. You can bet, however, that the one that  God has opened is the right one if you have placed your trust and faith in Him. The hard part is waiting on God's perfect timing, even though it truly is always perfect. I know I happen to be slightly inpatient during such times. God, however, always shows me grace and mercy despite this frailty. 

So take heart, those of you who are still in the time of silence and waiting, hanging onto God in faith. Keep your eyes, soul, and mind focused on Him and do not lose heart. You will see His hand as well, even if it is not in the way you thought it would be seen. I guess He likes to keep us on our toes and actively listening. 

We do not fully know where this new direction will lead us, but with God as our guide, we cannot fail. We will raise our banners to Him in praise today and always. To God be the glory!