February 11, 2021
Psalm 10:1, "Why do You stand afar off, O LORD? Why do You hide in times of trouble?"
On occasion, it seems like the Lord is far away and taking His sweet time not rescuing us out of trouble. Our watches aren’t synced up and the sense of urgency we feel doesn’t match His. If you’ve ever felt that way then you’re not alone, and maybe you feel that way now.
In those times of trouble, it’s appropriate to ask some questions –
Do I have any unrepentant sin in my life?
Am I harboring unforgiveness?
Am I being complacent in my daily devotions?
Am I neglecting my spouse or family?
If the answer is yes to any of those questions then I have a starting point to work from; to get back on track and draw closer to the Lord.
If the answer is no, then the Lord has decided to "withdraw" from me for a while; but I can take confidence in knowing that He always has a reason for the season. No matter how short or how long. He never forsakes us, and He's always present, but at times He seems silent.
Looking back on some past seasons of trouble and loneliness, I can now see that the Lord was working behind the scenes to skillfully orchestrate all the details; to win my trust and find purpose in my pain. But how easily we forget that He’s never abandoned us yet.
It’s not my watch that’s out of sync with God’s, it’s my heart and mind, and if those are aligned, then it doesn’t matter how much time He takes, because it will all be sweet, knowing I’m fully trusting, obeying and sitting at His feet.
Amen!
Your brother in Christ,
- Sean
On occasion, it seems like the Lord is far away and taking His sweet time not rescuing us out of trouble. Our watches aren’t synced up and the sense of urgency we feel doesn’t match His. If you’ve ever felt that way then you’re not alone, and maybe you feel that way now.
In those times of trouble, it’s appropriate to ask some questions –
Do I have any unrepentant sin in my life?
Am I harboring unforgiveness?
Am I being complacent in my daily devotions?
Am I neglecting my spouse or family?
If the answer is yes to any of those questions then I have a starting point to work from; to get back on track and draw closer to the Lord.
If the answer is no, then the Lord has decided to "withdraw" from me for a while; but I can take confidence in knowing that He always has a reason for the season. No matter how short or how long. He never forsakes us, and He's always present, but at times He seems silent.
Looking back on some past seasons of trouble and loneliness, I can now see that the Lord was working behind the scenes to skillfully orchestrate all the details; to win my trust and find purpose in my pain. But how easily we forget that He’s never abandoned us yet.
It’s not my watch that’s out of sync with God’s, it’s my heart and mind, and if those are aligned, then it doesn’t matter how much time He takes, because it will all be sweet, knowing I’m fully trusting, obeying and sitting at His feet.
Amen!
Your brother in Christ,
- Sean
TODAY'S PRAYER REQUESTS:
Prayer request for baby Levi, born 3 months premature last August. He has been home ever since Thanksgiving, but on oxygen. Levi was rushed to USC PICU for respiratory distress, & has unknown infection. Due to Covid, only mom can be with him, please pray for her strength & comfort.
Daryle – passed out at home, by the time the paramedics arrived Darle had to be revived. He’s in the hospital on a ventilator. Pray for his salvation, and for the LORD to grant the doctors wisdom to properly diagnose him. (submitted 2/9)
Please pray for the restaurants and business that are struggling during this trying time.
Juliet - please continue to pray for our dear sister who will be having surgery on February 23.
Norah Rae - please continue to pray for this precious little one to grow healthy and strong; may God touch her parents and guide all the physicians tending to this little life.
Prayer request for baby Levi, born 3 months premature last August. He has been home ever since Thanksgiving, but on oxygen. Levi was rushed to USC PICU for respiratory distress, & has unknown infection. Due to Covid, only mom can be with him, please pray for her strength & comfort.
Daryle – passed out at home, by the time the paramedics arrived Darle had to be revived. He’s in the hospital on a ventilator. Pray for his salvation, and for the LORD to grant the doctors wisdom to properly diagnose him. (submitted 2/9)
Please pray for the restaurants and business that are struggling during this trying time.
Juliet - please continue to pray for our dear sister who will be having surgery on February 23.
Norah Rae - please continue to pray for this precious little one to grow healthy and strong; may God touch her parents and guide all the physicians tending to this little life.
Today at Calvary Chapel El Monte
Thursday, February 11, 2021
Midweek Bible Study 7PM
Lord willing, we'll be covering Proverbs 28 if you would like to read ahead!
Midweek Bible Study 7PM
Lord willing, we'll be covering Proverbs 28 if you would like to read ahead!