December 29 Accepting Change… 2 Thessalonians 3:5
Good morning from Pastor Glen Brock, Baptist Tabernacle Church, Wendell, North Carolina… “And the Lord direct your hearts into the love of God, and into the patient waiting for Christ.” (2 Thessalonians 3:5)
One of the most evident activities of our human existence is “Change!” Amazingly, most people do not like or accept change! Wonder why it is that we resist this simple thing called “Change?” Well, Change can bring a sense of “Fear.” I think that change, often times, it takes away our sense of security. In my own experience, I have felt a sense of self-doubt and powerlessness, as I have made changes in my life. As I reflect on the events of 2020, and see the changes that have occurred, and the changes that are ahead, I get a sense of uncertainty and recognize that the future is unpredictable. Then, THANK GOD, I remember that God promised that He would direct us, and He would hold us, through all of the twist and turns of this life. As a Follower of Christ, this guarantee, this divine promise gives me Hope and Strength! Regardless of the crazy situations and all of the erosion of basic “Common Sense,” I, through Jesus Christ, can “step away” from the situations and take a breath, maintain my focus on the “real” and the Truth, then, with His leadership and courage, I can move forward, on a new path and with a renewed vision. Often times, my direction is unclear and there is a sense of trepidation, as I make that first step in a new direction, but, by faith, I am assured that as I put one foot in front of the other, my path, my direction, will ultimately be revealed to me! As I claim His Promises and His Provision, as I WALK IN FAITH, God’s Love will continue to direct my steps and energize my walk and strengthen me as I go! Persevere, my Friends! God has great and mighty things ahead… Accept the changes ahead, Claim His direction, Exercise Faith in His Promises, and embrace the Change…Without Change, we would still be Lost! Thank You God, for Your Love for us and the Victory through Your Son, Jesus! Change is going to happen! What you do with this Change, is entirely up to you! Stay Strong, Stay Focused…THE BEST IS YET TO BE!