I have completely lost
my voice today. Imagine that. I can’t utter a sound above a whisper. All day I have tried my very best to remain
quiet as to let my vocal chords heal. Do
you have any idea how difficult it is for a preacher to keep quiet? It’s excruciating!
However, earlier today
while sitting silently on the back porch, God reminded me that my words, my
best efforts, my own agendas, are just that; mine. As the wind blew through the
trees in my yard, I was reminded of God’s great power that is never, ever
silenced by sickness or injury. God
never sleeps or slumbers and His word will not return unto Him void but will
accomplish what it sets out to do. (Isa.
55:11) While it is a privilege to be
used of God in many ways, he does not need me to get his point across to this
world. As a matter of fact, he loves me
whether or not I am able to speak for him.
I have also been
reminded today that I am a much better listener when my mouth is not
moving. Maybe that is why God commands
us to “be still and know that I am God.”
(Psalm 46:10) Therefore I am
going to try spending more time on the porch just quietly listening to God
speak to me through the gentle breeze. I challenge you to do likewise. Thanks for reading.
What a great reminder of God's goodness in our lives despite our own endeavors. He doesn't need us, He just loves to use us for His glory so we can get the blessing. Nice! :)
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