“He lets me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside quiet waters.”
We often spend our days controlled by anxiety…because we choose to… That seems like an abrupt statement but examine it before you disagree.
This psalm says that God ‘s shepherding affords us the opportunity to lie down in peace and plenty. To refresh our thirst in quiet waters --- if we will do it.
Life is full of challenges – tough situations - but we should be the most unflappable people on the planet. The bible says people will know we are Christians by our love…but perhaps the second most distinguishing characteristic should be serenity. While the world panics and wrings their hands - we should be different.
One of the most important evangelism tools you have is peacefulness. Why would anyone be interested in your God if you are just as unhinged as they are?
Paul asked the question in Roman’s “If God is for us who can be against us?”. …. It is a rhetorical question intended to show the absurdity of our fear. If God is your protector – what danger do you think troubles Him?
As I wake up this morning I can be in green pastures regardless of my circumstances. My God is with me, inviting me to walk with Him today in perfect protection. He will provide my needs if I will follow Him and not try to control what I believe is threatening me.
Have you ever seen a sheep charge a wolf to fight him on his own? Does that seem like a good plan to you?...Then why are we constantly doing it?
Rest in the shadow of your Guardian. Keep in Mind that He loves you and created you to abide with Him, in His full protection…and relax in that blessing.
Remember that the Eastern Shepherds referred to here - never drive their sheep, they lead them. So, follow Your Shepherd today and He will provide safety.
Life is full of challenges – tough situations - but we should be the most unflappable people on the planet. The bible says people will know we are Christians by our love…but perhaps the second most distinguishing characteristic should be serenity. While the world panics and wrings their hands - we should be different.
One of the most important evangelism tools you have is peacefulness. Why would anyone be interested in your God if you are just as unhinged as they are?
Paul asked the question in Roman’s “If God is for us who can be against us?”. …. It is a rhetorical question intended to show the absurdity of our fear. If God is your protector – what danger do you think troubles Him?
As I wake up this morning I can be in green pastures regardless of my circumstances. My God is with me, inviting me to walk with Him today in perfect protection. He will provide my needs if I will follow Him and not try to control what I believe is threatening me.
Have you ever seen a sheep charge a wolf to fight him on his own? Does that seem like a good plan to you?...Then why are we constantly doing it?
Rest in the shadow of your Guardian. Keep in Mind that He loves you and created you to abide with Him, in His full protection…and relax in that blessing.
Remember that the Eastern Shepherds referred to here - never drive their sheep, they lead them. So, follow Your Shepherd today and He will provide safety.
Listen to His voice and He will lead you to green pastures beside still waters…and the world will notice a difference in your countenance.
Your job then, is to be prepared, and when they ask about it – be ready to share the truth that sets men free.
Your job then, is to be prepared, and when they ask about it – be ready to share the truth that sets men free.
“Peace doesn't mean that you will not have problems. Peace means that your problems will not have you.”
- Tony Evans
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