Call on Jesus

 

Beth Patch – CBN Digital Media Producer

Traveling 60 miles per hour, I glanced to the right just in time to see a white sedan heading straight for me—right into my lane as if I wasn’t even there! I jerked my steering wheel to the left to avoid a collision. The next thing I knew, I was in a crazy spin and three lanes over, looking at the panicked face of a man driving toward me. My hands clenched the steering wheel as I cried out, “JESUS!”

The fact that I wrote this article is proof I am still on planet Earth. I did regain control of my car. All I know is I was headed for a bad wreck, I called on Jesus, my car stopped hurtling toward another car, and I found myself between the white dotted lines and heading in the right direction. I was panicked. Jesus heard my cry. Peril became pure astonishment.

I pulled over into the emergency lane to still my soul. “Thank You, Jesus!” I said over and over. Tears fell down my cheeks.

It was surreal—like what the disciples experienced when Jesus came walking across the sea. Their boat was in serious trouble, fighting the wind and waves, and they were struggling. They were afraid. And what did Jesus do?

Jesus spoke to them at once.

“Don’t be afraid,” he said. “Take courage! I am here!” Then he climbed into the boat, and the wind stopped. They were totally amazed. Mark 6:50-51 (NLT)

Take courage. He is here. This is the same message He sends to each of us who call on Him. He will calm the storm that frightens us. His presence alone brings peace. The verse says “he climbed into the boat, and the wind stopped.”

When I was headed for a collision, Jesus climbed into my red car and it stopped spinning out of control. He was with me. He set my car back between the lines. He demonstrated His mighty power over physics and His tremendous love for His child. And even if He had chosen to allow my car to crash, I know He would have been with me to bring peace to my soul in that outcome.

Finite Minds

 

Beth Patch – CBN Digital Media Producer

The plagues God used to convince Pharaoh to “Let His people go!” amazed both Egyptians and Israelites. The Egyptians felt the brunt of God’s might; the Israelites received protection from the horrible plagues. All involved were awe-struck by God’s power.

God parted the water ahead of the Israelites when their escape route dead-ended at a huge sea. They walked across the seabed on dry land with two large seawalls on either side of them. The Egyptian army barreled in behind them. And the Israelites watched as God crashed the sea waters on top of their enemies.

Wow! Whoever saw such things could never doubt God’s power or provision for “His people.” Except… these very people.

They were thirsty. They had gone several days without water. They told Moses they would rather die in Egypt (as slaves) than suffer through God’s plan (Exodus 14:11-12).

What? How could they not see the goodness of God—that He was for them? He had freed them from slavery. He had turned a raging sea into a dry pathway. He had done the impossible for them. But they became thirsty.

Their temporary circumstances caused them to forget how much God had done for them in the past. Their human nature provoked them to doubt God’s goodness.

Sound like you and me sometimes?

Oh, how wonderful it would be to have unwavering faith—always certain of God’s goodness, no matter what our current situation.

But life brings a mixed bag of experiences. We face disappointments and hurt from those we love. Our childlike faith in people we trust dwindles. And so it goes with our faith in God. We prayed for financial help and ended up losing a home. We asked for healing and the person died. We don’t understand and we lose faith. We become doubters.

Deuteronomy 6:5 says,

“And you must love the LORD your God with all your heart, all your soul, and all your strength.” (NLT)

Jesus says it is the most important commandment (Mark 12:29-30).

Loving God with all our heart, soul, and strength is key to overcoming doubt. It cements our faith and abolishes doubt.

Isaiah 55:8 says,

“My thoughts are nothing like your thoughts,” says the LORD. “And my ways are far beyond anything you could imagine.” (NLT)

Trying to understand God with our human logic wastes time and energy. It’s not a faith-builder. When we walk the dry seabed with water-walls one day and question God’s goodness the next, it shows our faith depends on our circumstances. They change. God does not.

Instead, through faith, when the foreclosure happens, we choose to love God. When our friend dies, we love God. We accept His answer to our prayers and use all our heart, soul and strength to love Him. Especially when we don’t understand.

We must remember it is not this life on earth we live for. Our time here is brief compared to eternity.

“If you cling to your life, you will lose it, and if you let your life go, you will save it.” Luke 17:33 (NLT)

What are you clinging to today? Will you put your trust in God and let it go?

Living for the Glory of God

 

 

Gordon Robertson – President and CEO, CBN

Our culture takes pride in our learning, technology, military, and wealth. Yet God says,

“Let not the wise man glory in his wisdom, let not the mighty man glory in his might, nor let the rich man glory in his riches.” (Jeremiah 9:23 NKJV)

Instead, He tells us in v. 24:

“Let him who glories glory in this, that he understands and knows Me, that I am the LORD, exercising lovingkindness, judgment, and righteousness in the earth. For in these I delight.”

When we understand and know God—and when we exercise His attributes in our own lives—He guides us through every situation.

The first attribute He names is lovingkindness—that wonderful covenant love He has toward His people. And this is love:

That while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8

We didn’t think of salvation; it was His idea to redeem us.

When I was dying of cerebral malaria years ago, I learned something that I wouldn’t trade for any other experience. I had to surrender to God completely and learn that—no matter what we face—He is Lord, and all His acts are lovingkindness. We can trust Him even when we don’t understand our circumstances.

God says in Zechariah 13:9,

“I … will refine them as silver is refined, and test them as gold is tested.”

How is this accomplished? In the fire. When we are under pressure, any sinful attitudes in our hearts are exposed. God uses these times to refine us and set us free from anger and bitterness. He cleanses us so we can have a right spirit. We want everything within us to be acceptable in His sight. The purpose of our struggles is to refine us. He wants to bring forth silver and gold.

God then says:

“They will call on My name, and I will answer them. I will say, ‘This is My people’; and each one will say, ‘The LORD is my God.’” v. 9

Our relationship with God is precious to Him; is it precious to us?

When God gave instructions for the Feast of Pentecost, called the Feast of Weeks, the only offering required was the peace offering. It was an offering made by fire—not made because of guilt, but to fellowship in God’s presence. Leviticus 9:22-24 records that when Aaron made the first offerings on the altar of the Holy Place, fire came down from the Lord to consume the sacrifices. Significantly, on the Day of Pentecost, tongues of fire came down from heaven and settled on the believers (see Acts 2:3).

That fire is still burning today—

For our God is a consuming fire. Hebrews 12:29

The more we know Him and yield to Him, the more we can give Him glory and walk in a manner worthy of our calling. God bless you.

Crossing Over: God’s Not Done with You

 

 

Wendy Griffith – CBN News Anchor/Reporter

Jesus said to them, “Let us cross over to the other side.” Mark 4:35 (NIV)

What do you do when God closes a door—but the new door that you know He has for you hasn’t appeared or manifested yet?

Welcome to Transition!

We’ve all been there and some of you may be going through it right now.

Transition is defined as the process or a period of changing from one state or condition to another.

It’s not an easy or comfortable place to be. You feel unsettled and restless. Tried-and-true systems, or ways of doing things that used to work perfectly, don’t seem to work anymore. Maybe even some relationships that used to work now feel strained or not as important.

When you’re in transition, you’re not where you used to be, but you haven’t arrived at your next destination yet. You just feel strange, and it forces you to look around and see what needs to change.

I don’t like change. I have a hard time with technology because it’s always changing. But when you enter a time of transition, you have no choice but to change—to move, to shift, to evolve, to make the necessary adjustments—because you can’t stay where you are any longer… even if you don’t yet know where you’re going!

Now maybe God has been unfeathering your nest for a while and making things uncomfortable for you—just like a mama eagle does for her babies so that they will want to get out of the nest and learn to fly!

It might seem cruel at first, but then, the mama eagle knows that unless she kicks her babies out—they’ll never be able to learn to fly or provide for themselves; nor would they ever know the joy of feeling the wind beneath their wings as they soar above the clouds and through the beautiful blue skies.

God’s Not Done with You

If you’ve been kicked out of your comfy nest or you’re going through transition, you need to know that God is not done! God’s not done with you. He’s simply taking you to “the other side.” Mark 4:35-41 tells the story of Jesus doing this with His disciples:

That day when evening came, he said to his disciples, “Let us go over to the other side.” … A furious squall came up, and the waves broke over the boat, so that it was nearly swamped. Jesus was in the stern, sleeping on a cushion. The disciples woke him and said to him, “Teacher, don’t you care if we drown?” He got up, rebuked the wind and said to the waves, “Quiet! Be still!” Then the wind died down and it was completely calm. He said to his disciples, “Why are you so afraid? Do you still have no faith?” They were terrified and asked each other, “Who is this? Even the wind and waves obey.”

Stay in the Boat

Even if it feels like all hell is breaking out around you and Jesus appears to be asleep in the boat with His head on a comfy pillow—trust Him! He’s the God who can calm the seas with one word—and He’s the only one who can get you through the storm and safely to the other side.

The good news is, when you get there you’ll have a great story to tell, just like the disciples did when they finally made it safely to the other side.

God loves you and wants you to fulfill your destiny.

If you’re going through transition, it’s because He has something better for you. Stay in the boat—Jesus will get you to the other side.

Pray a Powerful Blessing

 

 

Sean Lewandowski – Product Manager

Does praying come easily for you? I struggled with it. After I truly met Jesus, my life completely changed and as part of my transformation, I wanted to serve in any way that I could. I volunteered to usher and help greet during Sunday morning worship service, and even teach children’s Bible classes. As I grew in my understanding of who the Lord was, I still struggled with praying. I had a hard time when I was by myself and even more so in front of others. What should I say? What is the Lord leading me to say? What is the right thing to say?

Throughout Scripture, the Lord provides examples of prayers for us. One of my favorites is the Aaronic blessing given in Numbers 6:22-27:

And the LORD spoke to Moses, saying: “Speak to Aaron and his sons, saying, ‘This is the way you shall bless the children of Israel. Say to them:

“The LORD bless you and keep you; The LORD make His face shine upon you, and be gracious to you; The LORD lift up His countenance upon you, and give you peace.”’

So they shall put My name on the children of Israel, and I will bless them.” (NKJV)

According to Jewish tradition, when the high priests spoke this blessing over the assembly, they would raise their hands, separating their fingers into sets of two fingers (think of Spock’s Vulcan sign), representing the Hebrew letter shin for Shaddai (All-Sufficient). The Almighty’s Divine Presence would shine through their fingers as the blessing was being said, causing the people in the assembly to avert their eyes—out of respect for the Lord’s presence, or out of fear. What an amazing image of the Lord’s power and faithfulness! Can you imagine a blessing so powerful that the glory of the Lord would visibly shine upon His people?

While living in Hawaii, we attended a Wednesday night Bible class, and at the beginning we would not only pray together but would pray over each other individually. Admittedly at first, I had a hard time knowing how to pray. Who was I to pray over someone? Could the Lord really use me to enact His will and put His blessings on others like he used His priests?

As believers, we know that the answer is YES! By the blood of our Savior and through the power of the Holy Spirit, we are a royal priesthood made to serve the Lord (1 Peter 2:9, Revelation 1:6). Before Jesus left His disciples, He told them that they would perform greater things than Him if they believe and ask in His name (John 14:12-14). We have been given the power to pray over others the Lord’s physical blessings, spiritual blessings, and for the Lord’s peace so that the Lord will be glorified through His Son.

In Hawaii, we witnessed healings, physical blessings, people being called into different ministries, loved ones coming to Jesus, and the blessings continue. Just as with Aaron, the Lord’s divine presence was shining as we prayed. The Lord showed me that asking for His blessing on others is an important part of prayer. We ask El Shaddai, the All-Sufficient One, for His favor, His blessings, and His peace; what He provides is sufficient for us. Have you recently prayed for blessings over your loved ones? As part of His royal priesthood, let us ask our Father for His face to shine upon those around us.

God Has a Purpose for You

 

 

Ashley Key, cbn.com

Have you ever asked God: What is my purpose in life? If so, I’m right there with you. Sometimes life can throw you a curveball, or storms may crash upon the shores of your heart that make you question God’s will for your life—and if that’s where you’re at today, friend, I want to encourage you.

Today’s Scripture readings for CBN’s “Bible in a Year” plan are Numbers 3 – 4, and Mark 3:20-35 (if you haven’t had a chance to read those yet, take a moment to do so). When you dive into the Old Testament book of Numbers, you see in the first few chapters the grand organization of the nation of Israel and instructions for how the tabernacle is to be run (which was the dwelling place for God’s Spirit at the time).

As you read chapter 3, you see that certain tribes and clans are called to perform sacred duties and tasks in the tabernacle. For example, Aaron (Moses’ brother) and his sons were called to be the priests, and the tribe of Levi was called to assist them. As you move into chapter 4, you see this organizational chart continue to be written out. The Lord then calls the specific clans within the tribe of Levi, such as the Kohathites and Gershonites, to perform duties like handling the most sacred objects for transport (Numbers 4:4-6), general service, and carrying loads (Numbers 4:24-27).

By now, you might be thinking, what’s the point of all of this? And again, I’m right there with you. As we digest this passage let’s:

• remember the spirit and purpose of the law (see Galatians 3:23-25)
• not forget that Jesus’ death and resurrection have fulfilled the purpose for that way of life (see Matthew 5:17). We now live in an era where we each are like a tabernacle, housing the Spirit of God.

Let’s take a step back and see the bigger picture. Though each tribe, clan and individual within the nation of Israel had a specific task or duty to perform, they all served a larger purpose—to serve and obey the Living God.

If you’re questioning God’s purpose for your life, let this be a reminder: Don’t let the details overwhelm the purpose. As sons and daughters of God, we are all called to the amazing, life-giving purpose of serving Jesus. Don’t get stressed out because you’re not exactly sure how that’s going to look, just focus on the bigger picture—serving God in every area of your life.

Let the Holy Spirit guide you step by step, day by day, and eventually you’ll look at your life and see that God was guiding you into the beautiful and unique destiny He had for you all along. The path might get bumpy, have unexpected turns, but God is faithful. You can trust Him and bank on the fact that as you continue to abide in Him each day, His plans and purposes for your life are bright and full of wonder.

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)

Touching the Master

 

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Merle Mills – Partner Service Representative

And a certain woman, which had an issue of blood twelve years, and had suffered many things of many physicians, and had spent all that she had, and was nothing bettered, but rather grew worse, when she had heard of Jesus, came in the press behind, and touched his garment. For she said, if I may touch but his clothes, I shall be whole. Mark 5:25-28 (KJV)

This woman was plagued with an issue of blood for 12 years. To have a cold or a sore throat for a few days is uncomfortable. Whenever I feel those well-known symptoms coming on, I immediately run to the store to purchase an over-the-counter anti-flu remedy. I want to nip it in the bud—try to avoid any discomfort. Twelve years? Can you imagine being ill for 12 years? Illness wears our bodies out, not only physically causing weakness, but also emotionally; sometimes causing frustration and irritability. She “had spent all that she had.” Plus, medical care is expensive. The Bible tells us that “she had heard of Jesus.” I believe she had heard the good news about many who were touched by Jesus, and healed of different diseases, and she began to have hope.

“And Jesus went about all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing all manner of sickness and all manner of disease among the people.” Matthew 4:23

Those words would have built her faith. It built mine when I was diagnosed with cancer in 1989. I had faith that a touch from the Master could change situations. A touch from the Master could change circumstances. A touch from the Master could bring hope and heal a sick body. If you have been ill, you more than likely know that regardless of our faith, sickness makes us fearful. Trusting God for healing can be a challenge. Negative thoughts constantly bombard the mind.

Years ago, even though trusting God for healing during my illness, I would think thoughts such as:

• “Why is this happening to me?”
• “If this chemotherapy makes me feel so terrible, how can it work?”
• “Does God really heal?”

Between chemotherapy treatments, I feared my blood count levels would not stabilize. And my fears were not confirmed, because they did stabilize. I feared all my hair would fall off, but instead, it grew. I am sure the woman had fears. A touch from Jesus will calm our fears.

“… Be not afraid, only believe.” Mark 5:36

Daily, my prayer is, “Father, touch me today.” Our heavenly Father waits to hear and to answer that prayer.

“I sought the LORD, and he heard me, and delivered me from all my fears.” Psalm 34:4

How do we receive a touch from the Master? Trust is the key. The woman with the issue of blood said in her heart: If I only touch the hem of His garment, I shall be healed. She believed all she needed was a touch from Jesus. She trusted and had confidence that if she just touched the hem of His garment, she would be made whole. She had confidence that when she touched Him, she would receive healing.

In response, Jesus touched her. In that moment, she left His presence a healed woman. In response, Jesus too touched me, and I left His presence a healed woman.

Do you need a touch from the Master today? Then lift your voice and say, “Jesus I need Your touch.” Believe and have confidence that you will receive His powerful touch!

Times of Refreshing for a Thirsty Land

 

 

Gordon Robertson – President and CEO, CBN

More than anything, America needs a profound spiritual awakening to sweep across the land. In these uncertain times, I feel a clarion call in the spirit that we must get close to God. He has not given up on us—for when we draw near Him, He draws near us.

How does revival begin? First and foremost it should start in our homes, then in our churches, and permeate the entire society.

Acts 3:19 gives this important key:

“Repent therefore and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, so that times of refreshing may come from the presence of the Lord” (NKJV).

Repentance brings refreshment. In His presence we find hope, strength and wisdom for every situation.

God assures us in Psalm 32:8,

I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will guide you with My eye.

To be guided by His eye, we must be close enough to see His face. The next verse cautions: Do not be like the horse or like the mule, which have no understanding, which must be harnessed with bit and bridle, else they will not come near you.

I was raised on a farm with horses. If a 10-year-old boy tries to do something good for an 800-pound horse—yet it resists by pulling back on its haunches with all its might—that animal won’t be moved. We don’t want to be like stubborn mules who will not come near our loving Master. God can do wonderful things if we will just cooperate.

He makes this great promise in Leviticus 26:40-42:

If they confess their iniquity … in which they were unfaithful to Me, and that they also have walked contrary to Me, and that I also have walked contrary to them and have brought them into the land of their enemies; if their uncircumcised hearts are humbled, and they accept their guilt—then I will remember My covenant … I will remember the land.

Think of the covenants that have been made over America—how the English settlers raised a cross and dedicated this land to God at Cape Henry in 1607; and how the Pilgrims signed the Mayflower Compact at Plymouth, praying they would be a city on a hill and a shining example of what happens when people willingly follow God’s principles. Think of the prayers that were offered when our Constitution was formed, and of the great awakenings and revivals over the centuries.

When we repent, God remembers the covenants—and the land.

And here is the good news:

If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us … (1 John 1:9)

Our sin was taken care of 2,000 years ago on the cross. The Lord is always ready to forgive—so we can walk in freedom and enjoy “times of refreshing.” God bless you.

Equipped and Anointed for God’s Purposes

 

 

Gordon Robertson – President and CEO, CBN

After God delivered the Israelites out of Egypt, He told Moses to have the people build a tabernacle for Him. Until then, the Jews had only built altars with unhewn stones to make sacrifices to the Lord. Yet now they were to build and furnish a tabernacle in the wilderness—a wasteland with no resources—and it had to be portable.

The people had been in slavery, making bricks out of mud and straw. How could they build a magnificent sanctuary for the Lord?

The answer is found in Exodus 31:1-5, where God tells Moses,

“See, I have called by name Bezalel… And I have filled him with the Spirit of God, in wisdom, in understanding, in knowledge, and in all manner of workmanship, to design artistic works, to work in gold, in silver, in bronze, in cutting jewels for setting, in carving wood, and to work in all manner of workmanship” (NKJV).

I used to do woodworking as a hobby but never became really good at it. I can’t imagine working in gold, silver and bronze, or cutting jewels. And here Bezalel gets a download from the Holy Spirit that enables him to do all of this.

The same Holy Spirit who filled him is in us. And He can give us the same wisdom, understanding and knowledge in all manner of workmanship. He will equip us with everything we need to know for the task that He has assigned us to do.

As Proverbs 3:5-6 tells us,

Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.

A good prayer to pray is, “I have no idea what I’m doing, but You know everything, and You can show me.”

God promises in Jeremiah 33:3,

“Call to Me, and I will answer you, and show you great and mighty things, which you do not know.”

We need wisdom. We need understanding. We need discernment. We need to know the way to go. We need the inspiration of the Holy Spirit breathing through everything we do. And we need to consecrate ourselves daily to do the work of the Lord.

The same wisdom God used to create the heavens is the wisdom He used to create you. And in His eyes, you are greater than the heavens.

If you feel discouraged or inadequate, remember this. We can do great things for God because He has called us, equipped us, and anointed us to do His work. God bless you.

Obedience to the Faith

 

 

Gordon Robertson – President and CEO, CBN

Paul uses an interesting phrase in both the opening and the closing of his letter to the believers in Rome. He speaks of obedience to faith in Romans 1:5, then says in Romans 16:25-26 (NKJV),

Now to Him who is able to establish you according to my gospel and the preaching of Jesus Christ … for obedience to the faith.

How do you become established in faith? It’s all His work. It’s not based on what you do or don’t do, but on what He has already done. He is able to establish you so that you won’t be moved or blown by winds of doctrine.

The Gospel Paul preaches is all about Jesus Christ and Him crucified, as he writes in 1 Corinthians 2:2. That is the singular event in all history, separating B.C. from A.D. It is the cross, which is fully sufficient. Jesus will establish you. It’s Jesus,who is able to keep you from stumbling, and to present you faultless before the presence of His glory with exceeding joy (Jude 24).

Only He can do all of that.

Jesus declares in His first sermon,

“The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand” (Mark 1:15).

What is the kingdom of God? It’s simple: “Your kingdom come. Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.” This is what Jesus teaches His followers to pray in Matthew 6:10. We want to pray heaven down to earth. That’s the kingdom.

Jesus goes on to say in Mark 1:15,

“Repent, and believe in the gospel.”

We must change our thinking and believe the Good News. It is by faith that we are justified unto salvation.

And in Romans 16:26-27, God commands that this Gospel be made known to all nations—to everyone. Why? For obedience to the faith. This means that when God’s Word says it, you believe it.

A good example is the Virgin Mary when the angel tells her:

“Behold, you will conceive in your womb and bring forth a Son, and shall call His name Jesus. He will be great, and will be called the Son of the Highest; and the Lord God will give Him the throne of His father David. And He will reign over the house of Jacob forever, and of His kingdom there will be no end” (Luke 1:31-33).

Mary asks how this can happen since she is a virgin, and the angel replies:

“The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Highest will overshadow you; therefore, also, that Holy One who is to be born will be called the Son of God. … For with God nothing will be impossible” (Luke 1:35, 37).

Mary knows very well that if she is pregnant and unmarried, she will face shame and rejection. She could even be stoned to death.

Yet she answers,

“Behold the maidservant of the Lord! Let it be to me according to your word” (Luke 1:38).

That is obedience to the faith—God announces, and I believe.

Another example is the life of Jesus. Luke 4:21 records how He stands up in the synagogue, reads from the scroll of Isaiah, and announces,

“Today this Scripture is fulfilled in your hearing.”

He takes to heart Psalm 40:7-8, which says: “In the scroll of the book it is written of me. I delight to do your will.”

That is obedience to the faith.

Jesus says that those who believe in Him will do even greater miracles than He did. He says that all the fullness of God would be in us, and that the power God has given to Him, He gives to us. These are some powerful promises—and they are ours today!

As Paul states in 2 Corinthians 1:20-21:

For all the promises of God in Him are Yes, and in Him Amen, to the glory of God through us. Now He who establishes us with you in Christ and has anointed us is God.

We are called to take this Gospel into all the world, yet some Christians think, “I’m not worthy. I haven’t studied the Bible enough. I don’t know the Greek and Hebrew.” That is not obedience to the faith.

What if Mary had told the angel, “Sorry, no—I’m not your gal”?

God knew her, and God knows you. While Jesus was dying, He knew about you—for the prophecy in Isaiah 53:10 tells us, When You make His soul an offering for sin, He shall see His seed.

We are His seed. We are His descendants! From the cross He could see into the future, and we satisfy Him.

The Bible says, We have the prophetic word confirmed, which you do well to heed as a light that shines in a dark place, until the day dawns and the morning star rises in your hearts (2 Peter 1:19).

This is talking about the born-again experience, when you know that Jesus has been born in your heart. You become impregnated by the Holy Spirit, and the day star arises in your heart. People are dwelling in darkness, and we need to be that light shining in a dark place.

So let’s not miss out on anything God has for us. Since all of His promises to us are Yes and Amen, let’s believe every single one of them. And, like Mary, let’s declare, “Let it be to me according to your word.”

God bless you!