If anything is abundantly clear, there is no footing found if we try to pass judgment on God. He offers no explanation for what He does. He answers to no one but Himself, and praise God for that. That the Lord is good, is all I need to know.
“Shall a faultfinder contend with the Almighty? He who argues with God, let him answer it.” Job 40.2 “Conversations Within” ts 1/27/
The energy that a righteous person puts into their prayers will get it done. Praying is not our last resort but our first. When we see a need, we can powerfully address it in partnership with God. At times He will ask us to put it in His hands. At other times, He may use our hands to answer, but it always starts with prayer,
“The effective prayer of a
The fight against evil is first spiritual, fought with spiritual weapons. The most powerful in the arsenal of the child of God is named “All Prayer” in Pilgrim's Progress. Wage war on your knees in the war room of your prayer closet.
“For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the powers, against the world forces of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly places.” Eph.6.12 “Conversations Within” ts 1/25/
When I am tempted to doubt whether my puny existence matters to God, or the daily concerns I bring to Him, the words of Jesus erase all doubt.
"Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered.” Jesus “Conversations Within” ts 1/24/26
Listen to people, really listen if you want to help. Rather than giving an answer, perhaps it would be wiser to ask questions. Understand first. Get the facts before giving an answer. The wisdom of God encourages us to be quick to listen and slow to speak.
“If one gives an answer before he hears, it is his folly and shame.” Prov.18.13 “Conversations Within” ts 1/23/
