This morning I find myself feeling rather overwhelmed. I have several decisions to make and I just really don't know what to do about several things. As I turned to God this morning, I didn't even know how to put it all into words - I just knew I need the guidance that only He can give. In that context, these words from the Lord's prayer struck me in a slightly different way than they have before:
"Give us today our daily bread" (Matthew 6:11, ISV)
As I read these words once again, they seemed to speak of more than food for body and soul, but to any needs I might have for the day. And I remember that this really is a hidden promise, reminding me that God does indeed supply all my needs. As it says in Philippians:
"And my God will fully supply your every need according to his glorious riches in the Messiah Jesus." Philippians 4:19 ISV
My needs this morning are not physical in nature, but I trust my Heavenly Father to supply them. I don't know what I need this morning, but my Heavenly Father does and will meet the need. Another verse comes to mind as I ponder all this:
"In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groans that words cannot express." (Romans 8:26 NIV)
This is certainly the way I'm feeling. I don't know what I need to pray for, and I am glad that the Holy Spirit is with me to intercede and bring clarity!
Father, this morning I do again lift my voice to you. I am so grateful for all you have given and that you are my Father. I am so grateful that you keep everything running right. I have seen you work miracles over and over as I face the tasks you set before me. Today I am facing what feels like Mount Everest, but I know even that is not bigger than you! Please Father, guide my thoughts and my activities this day that I remain in your will and best meet the needs of those I serve. I've seen miracles even the past few days and I am SO grateful for them! And I know that you will continue to keep everything running right as you have promised. Father, you know the miracles I need this day. You've been so generous that I hate to ask for more, but I remember Paul's advice to: "keep on coming boldly to the throne of grace, so that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need." (Hebrews 4:16 ISV) So that is what I'm doing, Father. I know only through your guidance this day will I know how to move forward and have the ability to do so. Thank you, Father!
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This blog is simply a sharing of my "daily bread" - my daily walk with God. If something I've said has touched your heart, or sparked a new thought, I'd love to hear from you.