He Will Do It Again!
Jacob set up a stone pillar at the place where God had talked with him, and he poured out a drink offering on it; he also poured oil on it. Genesis 35:14
There are events in all our lives that, looking back, had to be the hand of God at work. One author puts it like this: ‘Maybe you bumped into somebody who introduced you to your spouse…or a co-worker resigned and suddenly you were promoted…or a stranger said something that spoke to your heart. These are all signs of God’s favor, and when you’re tempted to get down, you need to remember how God opened the door for you…how he made a way…how he spared your life…how he healed your child. There is no such thing as coincidence…when something good happens, recognize that it’s God, and recall it often.’
In the Old Testament, ‘Jacob set up a memorial…to mark the place where God had spoken with him.’ Have you established any memorial stones lately? A sure way to build your faith is to remember all the times God made a way when every door was locked and barred against you…days when you were lonely and God brought the right person into your life…nights when you felt so bad you didn’t think you would make it until the next morning. Then suddenly, out of nowhere, God turned things around…gave you the oil of joy for mourning…lifted you out of the pit…gave you a new beginning…and today, you’re happy, healthy, and whole. And best of all: if He did it before, He will do it again!
He is the same today as He was yesterday, and when you take time to remember His goodness and faithfulness, it strengthens you to keep fighting the good fight of faith.
Prayer
Heavenly Father, help me set up a memorial (list of events) that You have shaped my life – lest I forget! Thank you for these changing events that have shaped and molded me. In Jesus’ name, Amen
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I CRIED when I read this. It made me remember such terrifying times in my life when I was either helped, or prevented from doing something, or when I was told my child had a tumor, or when God led me out of something awful, or to someone who has been my best friend for 50 years. He has opened up jobs for me and blessed me with secret funds when I needed them most. I love this idea of laying stones as reminders. I’m going to start doing just that. Thank you!
AMEN!! That’s what I do often when I’m down and discouraged…remember how He has brought me through jn past circumstances . Strength for today and bright hope for tomorrow. Great is Thy faithfulness Lord into me.