Daily Devotional: One of God’s Great “Don’ts” from My Utmost for His Highest by Oswald Chambers
“Do not fret – it only causes harm.” Psalm 37:8
It’s easy to say, “Rest in the Lord, and wait patiently for Him” (Psalm 37:7) until our own little world is turned upside down and we are forced to live in confusion and agony like so many other people. Is it possible to “rest in the Lord” then? If this “Do not” doesn’t work there, then it will not work anywhere. This “Do not” must work during our days of difficulty and uncertainty, as well as our peaceful days, or it will never work. And if it will not work in your particular case, it will not work for anyone else. Resting in the Lord is not dependent on your external circumstances at all, but on your relationship with God Himself. Deliberately tell God that you will not fret about whatever concerns you. All our fretting and worrying is caused by planning without God.
What I’ve Learned: Your reach is much further than your grasp. Debra never goes to the doctor. I mean never, unless she’s pregnant and has no choice. Her mom died in April from colon cancer that had spread everywhere – you know that. Still Debra would not go to the doctor. Now, because of you, she has an appointment with her doctor and is going to schedule a colonoscopy! You are her Katie Couric!!
What I’m Thankful For: I’m thankful that I will be in touch with you everyday and when we get to the end of this journey, no matter how short or how long, we will have a very special journal that will be proof of answered prayer and of lasting friendship.
Song of the Day: You Are Not Alone by Michael Jackson
xo Elizabeth
