My Morning Musings

In this time of “social distancing” it can be easy to forsake our walk with God. Let’s face it, we have “online church”, and I’m grateful for it, but it does not by any means compare to assembling physically in our sanctuaries. Our daily devotion and prayer time should be more important to us now than it has ever been. If we do not stand firm in our walk with God and intentionally strive to grow in Him, our walk with Him can easily become stagnant.

When mountain climbers begins to scale the side of the mountain, they carefully and strategically take each step and place each grip. Our walk with God should be the same. We must be aware of every step and every grip we place our hold upon. We have a firm foundation in Christ and as we grow in Him we must build upon that foundation. We can scale insurmountable heights when we carefully build our lives on His principles. 

“Therefore thus says the Lord God: Behold, I lay in Zion a stone for a foundation, A tried stone, a precious cornerstone, a sure foundation; whoever believes will not act hastily.” Isaiah 28:16 NLT

During this time, it is easy for depression, loneliness, fear and anxiety to set in. We must be sure our complete trust and confidence is placed on the only solid foundation – Jesus Christ! Be sure your feet are planted in the right place before you decide to stand firm.

“When the storms of life come, the wicked are whirled away, but the godly have a lasting foundation.” Proverbs 10:25 NLT

We are right in the midst of this COVID-19 pandemic and it seems to be getting worse by the minute. We are living in uncertain times but I am certain in the fact that God is in control. He is still on the throne! He has this world in the palm of His hand. My trust is in Him and I will not fear.

“And neither will I walk off and leave you. That would be a sin against God! I’m staying right here at my post praying for you and teaching you the good and right way to live. But I beg of you, fear God and worship him honestly and heartily. You’ve seen how greatly he has worked among you! Be warned: If you live badly, both you and your king will be thrown out.” 1 Samuel 12:23-24 (The Message Bible)

I’m thankful that in a world of uncertainty, panic and fear I can stand firm on God’s promises. He is my anchor in times of trouble. While I haven’t been “fearful” during this time, I have been very concerned. It’s easy to drown myself in the thoughts of what tomorrow may bring. “Will we run out of TP” 😂 It’s funny but its true! “Will I be able to buy the groceries I need for my children?” “Will my husband continue to be able to work during this time?” “Will my family contract the virus?” The questions could go on and on and before I know it, I have allowed fear and panic to overtake me. 

During my devotion this morning, I read these passages of scripture and I felt such a peace about everything going on in our world today. 

The Lord is my light and my salvation— so why should I be afraid? The Lord is my fortress, protecting me from danger, so why should I tremble? When evil people come to devour me, when my enemies and foes attack me, they will stumble and fall. Though a mighty army surrounds me, my heart will not be afraid. Even if I am attacked, I will remain confident. The one thing I ask of the Lord—the thing I seek most— is to live in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, delighting in the Lord’s perfections and meditating in his Temple. For he will conceal me there when troubles come; he will hide me in his sanctuary. He will place me out of reach on a high rock.                                                                           Psalm 27:1-5 NLT

Be encouraged to stand firm and never let go of the truths of God’s Word. We will get through this and come out stronger than ever. Remember the mountain climber and see yourself scaling the heights with God’s Word as your foundation. If you are privileged to have a church that has the capability to stream services or devotions live, please take advantage of it! Worship with the praise team right there in your living room. Make your home a sanctuary. You need it, your spouse needs it, your children need it! Stand firm in your faith during this time of uncertainty. 

“Listen, O heavens, and I will speak!

Hear, O earth, the words that I say!

Let my teaching fall on you like rain;

let my speech settle like dew.

Let my words fall like rain on tender grass,

like gentle showers on young plants.

I will proclaim the name of the Lord;

how glorious is our God!

He is the Rock; his deeds are perfect.

Everything he does is just and fair.

He is a faithful God who does no wrong;

how just and upright he is!

Deuteronomy 32:1-4 NLT