Mornin’!
Why is it that the bed gets the most comfortable just when the alarm goes off?
As I waited for the coffee I glanced out the window, " Sun's not up yet...why am I?" I knew why. I just like to remind myself.
Getting out of bed, serving my husband breakfast and spending time in the Word is something to look forward to. It blesses me and I'm glad to do it. The mere act of rising from the comfort of the toasty Egyptian Cotton sheets and satin pillowcase is tough! But, the fact that I'm able to do it at all keeps me going. One more day that I can physically carry myself and do daily tasks.
There was a crispness to the morning as I "fed the multitudes" as I like to say; it sounds more important...The day was starting out gorgeous. The animals were calm and settled and there were several hawks chatting about (no doubt plotting to gang up and attack my chickens). As I savored the sun and the quiet chomping of the horses eating breakfast, the familiar "ding" shattered the peacefulness. I dug around under my coat and found the culprit.
"I woke up with an overwhelming sense of defeat. Prayed about it, but it's still there a little." the text read.
Where did this come from? I thought things were going well...
Then another "ding", "I was feeling really good and strong..." There it was- my answer.
I often get prayer requests from friends and family; I'm proud to say it's one of my gifts. For real! I took several tests and intercession was high on all of them. I love to pray, I do it constantly and love to do it for others so naturally, I was more than happy to do so in this case. It just so happens that 1 Peter 5 came to mind and fits perfectly with this occurrence! Surprise? Nah. (Verses 2-3)
Satan is always on standby. (Verse 8) He waits for any crack in our armor. This gal has worked hard to stay away from the negativity of co-workers and has taken on changes at work with a good attitude. (Verse 5) Struggling to make her own way in a place where she's the underdog and doesn't quite fit the dynamic of the team around her, she's had to do a lot of her own pep-talking and soul-searching. She's a strong Christian woman who knows where her help, comfort and guidance comes from, but working so hard on her attitude, as well as her job, is exhausting and Satan took the opportunity to attack.
Having someone pray for me encourages me greatly! Just the knowledge of someone making time to call my name out before the Lord gives me such hope, power and strength! I'm more than happy to do that for anyone, even those I'm not fond of..."enemy". We're to pray for our enemies too, but that's another story.
I responded to my friend, "You are doing an amazing job! Kick Satan to the curb, he's a liar! You belong to the ultimate hero and He's waiting for you to let Him handle this!" then I prayed for her to feel His power as I banished Satan from her this day and every day. (verse 7)
She may be experiencing effects of stress or lack of sleep, but I know she will be strengthened today and so blessed that she will take on tomorrow with full, polished, non-chinked armor! Why am I so confident? Because I've already thanked God for the victory over her battle. I know that He is on her side and I also know that she will hand over her disappointment, frustration and fatigue to Him and sit back basking in His glory as He replaces those feelings with hope, joy, and renewed faith! (Verses 10-11)
1 Peter 5: 1-11. Come on, get out the Good Book! You'll be glad you did...and keep it out! All the right answers are right there.
~Gracious Heavenly Father! What an honor it is to have opportunity to share your power and love with others. I pray they seek you in the good times and in the hard times. Please go before us and send your mighty blessing our way. Thank you for the victory. I am excited to see your face! ~ in Jesus' glorious name, Amen.
