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            I suppose that I only feel compelled to write my thoughts when something significant is happening. Whenever anything significant happens, God is working. There is no doubt about that. Yet I think one of the biggest things I have to remind myself of is that when insignificant things are happening, God is working.

                I always feel so close to God in times of need. Throughout my life I have encountered dark valleys, long nights, and hurt. God was there through it all; loving me, holding me, and reminding me of his incomparable promises. With change, the Lord presents his sculpting hands and so evidently molds his children. With brokenness, the Lord presents open arms and forgiveness. With doubt, He gives reassurance. And with weakness, His strength conquers all.

                A few months ago I tried to memorize Psalm 91. Today as I was having quiet time, I realized how little of the verse I remembered. Needless to say I failed that goal. So I opened my Bible and started to read, then meditate. The sword of truth, God’s word, so clearly reminds me of how fleeting the lies are that Satan or others have told me and how unwavering His love is.

                “He will call upon me, and I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble, I will deliver him and honor him. With long life I will satisfy him and show him my salvation.” Psalm 91:15-16

                Okay, can we all just stop for a second and think about what that verse says? We call upon God and He answers, He delivers, and He satisfies. Now smile! That is incredible. 

                So I am setting out to memorize this Psalm yet again. This time with the beautiful reminder that insignificant is not in God’s vocabulary. He will be there to comfort, love, and hold me in the midst of everything.

                Now the next step is accepting that love constantly not just when I think I need it. Let’s be honest, I need it all the time. That unfailing love is the only place where identity and security can be found.  Praise be to God for such a sturdy foundation. We have a creator whom we can be vulnerable with and face no fear of rejection.  So undeserved and such a blessing.

                My prayer is for unavoidable awareness of God in every situation.

Amen.