Job 37:14 Hearken unto this, O Job: stand still, and consider the wondrous works of God.
Throughout the last several months I have been amazed at the effects of simply standing still can have on one's life. In spite of the many storms that have crossed my path in attempts to wash me out, I have witnessed the hand of God moving in my life.
July 25th, I will be celebrating 21 years walking with God. Not one time do I recall ever being forsaken. I have faced monstrous mountains that have challenged me spiritually and physically. But with every step, God has been right there with me encouraging me through kind words from a friend or often times through someone I have never met. It's not uncommon for God to show His love for us through those around us. It's just that some of us have a hard time recognizing when God is moving. It's the simple things that we often neglect to notice. Especially when we never take the time to stand still.
I have to admit there have been times when in moments of weakness my silly insecurities will flood my mind but without fail, God rushes in with the promises of His word, I am never alone. He is always with me.
Psalm 23:4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
One of the hardest things I've ever had to learn is to stand still. I've shed many tears learning to trust God but it's been well worth the humility in accepting the fact, that I can't make it alone. I need Him. Whenever I feel that I am under attack I will place my trust in the One who is higher than I. My rock, my shield, my Savior, my friend, my hiding place, Christ Jesus.
Psalm 32:7 Thou art my hiding place; thou shalt preserve me from trouble; thou shalt compass me about with songs of deliverance. Selah.
Until next time, Chin up ... journey on!
Many Blessin's,
Sharron Kay
http://www.sharronkayking.com
Author: Susan Unthank
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Written: 06/05/2008
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Sharron Kay,
Your wonderful article brings to mind a song by the Isaacs "Stand Still" as follows:
"The Father has a plan. Though it's hard to see it now
You feel you're walking all alone. But He is there no doubt
When the storm around you rages, And you're tossed to and fro
When you're faced with life's decisions, Not sure which way to go
(Chorus) Stand still and let God move,
Standing still is hard to do
When you feel you have reached the end, He'll make a way for you
Stand still and let God move
When the enemy surrounds you, And the walls are closing in
When the tide is swiftly rising, And you wonder where He's been
Friend, there never was a moment, That His arms weren't reaching out
You can rest assured and be secure, God is moving right now
(Repeat Chorus)
The answer will come, But only in His time
Stand still and let God move, Stand still and let God move"
How many times do we want to run ahead of the Lord and His plans for us. At times we try to prematurely get out of the life lessons that He wants to teach us because we think they are harder than we can bear. But then we know that He never gives us more than we can bear and as you have stated, He is always there with us and He never leaves us nor fails us. His plans, way and timing are well worth the wait and all that we learn and gain through this process of waiting and standing still.
Thank you again for such a wonderful and inspiring article! Many blessings to you!
Amazed in His presence and humbled by His great love!
“God makes everything happen at the right time.” (In His Time) Eccl. 3:11
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