Sharper than any double-edged sword ..

Psalm 46:8-9

Come and see the works of the LORD, the desolations He has brought on the earth.  He makes wars cease to the ends of the earth; He breaks the bow and shatters the spear, He burns the shields with fire.

A Spartan's shield from around 490 B.C. I saw in Athens! 

Below is a devotional + prayer I recently wrote! Inspired by the verse above and Hebrews 4:12 ..

Even though it was years ago the Red Sea parted, the sun stood still, the woman's bleeding ceased, and Lazarus walked out of the tomb, God’s Word remains living and active.  He is the same miracle-working God that you know today.  He is your mighty warrior.

He’s the Commander of all commanders and has already won the battle of battles!  When we commit to follow Christ we can rest in every life circumstance that our King walks before us and fights for us.

Reflect upon your favorite miracles in the Bible.  Recall a few you’ve received in your life.  Rejoice and praise Him!  Remember His Word to you:  “For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you. Plans to give you a hope and a future” .. I will never leave you nor forsake you.

When you feel hopeless, weak, disappointed, scared, or doubtful, try to view it as an opportunity to receive more of His power than usual.  Look to Him for all that you need, and watch to see what He will do.  As your days, so shall your strength be.  Even days like this.

Prayer:

Lord, I am so thankful for Your living and active Word to me!  For by it comes life and knowledge of You!  It gives me the confidence I need to face this day before me.  I trust in Your promise that You go before me and will meet every need.  Give me this day my daily bread.  I will cast all my cares upon you, wait upon You with hope and expectation, believing, and trusting that You will raise me up in due time.  Help me to be still, and know that You are God. 

Be glorified! 

In Jesus’ Name, Amen


~ for more insight on this "living" topic, visit http://www.activeword.org/ and check out one of my favorite pastors, Bob Coy!

Blessings,

Hailey :)