We are halfway through our cover to cover readings of the Bible chronologically, so I don't dare miss out on sharing this week's lingerings. It may be a good time to join Bev and the girls?
This week's readings brought a new challenge for me. I had a very difficult time believing what I was reading. Yes, doubt set in big-time! I want to believe but it's been hard. I'm talking about the story of Jonah.
Especially these verses... (Maybe you know the story.)
But the LORD provided a great fish to swallow Jonah, and Jonah was inside the fish three days and three nights (Jonah 1:17).
And this one...
And the LORD commanded the fish, and it vomited Jonah onto dry land (Jonah 2:10).
But, I loved his prayer...
Jonah's Prayer
From inside the fish Jonah prayed to the LORD his God. He said:
"In my distress I called to the LORD,
and he answered me.
From the depths of the grave I called for help,
and you listened to my cry. (Jonah 2:1-2)
I guess I am not supposed to understand...
Trust in the LORD with all your heart
and lean not on your own understanding; (Proverbs 3:5)
There's one thing I know for sure... I need Him in my life more today than yesterday! I am choosing to Believe God and His promises! I pray you join me in Believing!
This song says it all...
Much love to you today!
Ang xoxo
13 comments:
Your post lists the most important thing ever - believe God.
Annette
Amen girlfriend!! Just believe!
Hope you are well and having a good week!
Big hugs~
Fran
My pastor did a four-week study on the book of Jonah at church for the sermons. It was really good. I posted on it (before we did the full study so as to not "steal" his thoughts).
That's one ugly fish you posted, huh?
Ang...
Jonah's story is one that I know my brain just cannot wrap around... so like you I choose to believe Him. Only God can rescue us from the pit. Whether it be the belly of a great fish, or the pit of sin He is there to save!
I was in Jonah too...
I love Jonah 2:8
Ang.
You are such a sweet sister in Christ, you know exactly what to say that brings me to tears... When my days get hard and darkness trys to pour in and surround me, I just pray and believe, and God blows the darkness away and shines on me... Thank you I hope you are having a great week, you are in my prayres...
Connie
GBU
oh boy, i need Him more today than yesterday also. and i have to believe Him! hope you're doing well. how is coming with your mom going to honduras??
love-
Sheryl
lol Laughing at Paula's comment about the fish.
Hey Angie.. Amen I know I need more and more of the Lord each day. I don't want to even think of where I would be today had I not believed. Hugz Lorie
God active in my life each day is a must for me, too. I am with you on the story of Jonah.
When I come across things like this that may be difficult to comprehend, I remind myself that God is the Creator and He can do anything He wants to. :) I will never be able to wrap my little mind around his greatness and unlimited abilities. He is so awesome!
Angie, just keep believing. My faith is so simple about some things. I have walked with him for a very long time and I find that my faith is still really simple. Hang in there girl. Keep looking up and seeking Him, He will meet you and show you whatever your heart desires. Blessings on your life. Thank you for being so transparent. You are a blessing.
"finding Him in the dark...only He can make our blind eyes see. One Thing I know..."Great song. If there's one thing I know, He is bigger than anything we can begin to understand. It is hard to rest in that. A counterintuitive world exists where God is God and we are not. I am praying for all of our acceptance, not necessarily understanding. I love you so, my friend. Annette
I am so inspired by your faithfulness in these readings. I am embarrassed to say I am not nearly as faitful. I want to be, but I am too easily distracted. Thanks for sharing your insight with me!! I am praying for you.
Love,
Kelley
PS. I still have that something for your mom. Is she still planning on going in August? Your family is just awesome!!
Hope you are enjoying your vacation! What gets me is that I have not trouble believing the story of Jonah, but doubt that God will come to my rescue sometimes! Love your heart.
Post a Comment