There is a story in the Bible when Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego are faced with being thrown into the fire if they will not worship a false god. However, they remain firm in their faith.
They declare that they know God has all power to deliver them. Then they follow up with a declaration of understanding God's will... "But if not...". They know God's power, and they understand God's will. He can deliver them, but it is His will that ultimately will be done. This is true faith, and real understanding of who we are, and whose we are. Regardless of the outcome they prefer, they trust that God's will is best.
This week has been wonderful. We have worked so very hard, and have been promised so many blessings because of it... yet, the same story seems to happen week after week. No one comes to church, return appointments fall through, and doors keep on closing ...
however, blessings will come! Success always follows hard work, "but if not", I will trust in the Lord! This is His work, His will, and His timing. I am coming to understand this as I daily endeavor to remain firm in my faith.
"Our God will deliver us from ridicule and persecution, but if not …
Our God will deliver us from sickness and disease, but if not…
He will deliver us from loneliness, depression, or fear, but if not …
Our God will deliver us from threats, accusations, and insecurity, but if not…
He will deliver us from death or impairment of loved ones, but if not,
… we will trust in the Lord.
Our God will see that we receive justice and fairness, but if not…
He will make sure that we are loved and recognized, but if not …
We will receive a perfect companion and righteous and obedient children, but if not, …
we will have faith in the Lord Jesus Christ,
knowing that if we do all we can do, we will, in His time and in His way,
and eventually, miracles do happen :)
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