Last night, I slept with a heavy heart as I was feeling burdened with something. There were demands that had to be met, which I believe are beyond what I should be doing. I am giving more than what I should and somehow feel shortchanged. What they are, it doesn't matter anymore. Soon enough, doubt and resentment were starting to creep into my mind again. I just knew I had to shoo those negative thoughts away or else...
Fast forward to this morning, God's little surprise came in the form of Psalm 23.
Psalm 23
The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
In verdant pastures he gives me repose;
beside restful waters he leads me; he refreshes my soul.
He guides me in right paths for his name’s sake.
Even though I walk in the dark valley I fear no evil;
for you are at my side with your rod and your staff that give me courage.
You spread the table before me in the sight of my foes;
you anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.
Only goodness and kindness follow me all the days of my life;
and I shall dwell in the house of the LORD for years to come.
I read Psalm 23 on the way to work. I was refreshed in an instant. Each line brought comfort and peace within.
It’s just beautiful how God’s word today made me feel His warm embrace. It was like drinking a cup of hot cocoa, while snuggled up under my comfy blankie with the one I love most on a rainy morning. It brought a fuzzy feeling in my heart, a gentle but reassuring cuddle from Above. He really knows how to make His presence known to those whom He loves. I’m just glad and filled with gratitude to have a God who loves me and cares for me deeply ; a God who guides me and protects me; a God who promises to fill my cup to the brim.
My cup overflows. That's His promise, and in faith, I believe. I have nothing to fear for only goodness and kindness follow me.
Just as last night, every time negative feelings start to cover the sunshine, I call unto Him and tell Him to fill my heart with His light once more. Every time I go back to my old ways of thinking and living, He redirects my path and becomes my saving grace.
God is faithful indeed to His promises. I know my God is always ready and willing to look for me and look after me, His (once) one lost lamb, no matter what. That verse in Ezekiel really struck me. For He said "I myself will look after and tend my sheep" (Ezekiel 34:11). He himself. No one else. Because I am THAT special :)
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In the same way that the Lord is my shepherd, I pray that He makes me His worthy and prepared undershepherd this coming St. Scho LSS. I am putting on my full "Jesus" gear because I know the battle is already taking place.
Lord Jesus, Son of the Living God, have mercy on me, a sinner. Please fill me with your peace, love, hope and wisdom so I may minister to your lambs. Protect me from the evil one and keep me focused on You alone, Lord. Use me as you please. I am yours. Amen!
Ciao!
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