He's Not Letting Go~

Greetings!

Once upon a time in 1989 Jorge and I went on a cruise. We docked In Jamaica, and one of our activities was climbing Dunn's River Falls. It was truly majestic and beautiful, and there is one thing that stands out mightily in my mind. 

It wasn't the clear wading pools waiting at every landing or the way you could stand behind the falls and watch from the inside out, or even the fact that Tom Cruise had filmed part of his movie, "Cocktail," there.

The rocks we had to climb to get to the top of the falls were really slippery, and all along the way there were folks with bloodied knees and sore elbows. I myself lost my footing right at the beginning, and from that moment on Jorge grabbed my hand and did not let go until we got to the top. 

And it was not your typical husband and wife moment, holding hands tenderly. No! Jorge held my hand super tight, as if I were a toddler and we were crossing a six-lane highway. It really made an impression on me because until that moment, Jorge had never held my hand that way. 

He DID NOT LET GO until we got to the top!

Jorge is not the only one who has a firm grip.

Isaiah 41:13 (Message Version) "I, your God, have a firm grip on you, and I’m not letting go. I’m telling you, ‘Don’t panic.' I’m right here to help you."

Aren't you glad God's grip is firm? Unyielding and solid?  Living life is way more perilous than climbing a slippery rock, and God knows it. He's not letting go!

PRAYER: Dear Lord, As we start this New Year we thank You that You wrap us tightly in Your love and protection. We move forward into 2016 hand in hand with You. Anything is possible! In Jesus name, AMEN~.

He's Got a Grip on You~

Thursday Salutations:)


..."Let Your hand be with me."


There are over 100 verses in the Bible that deal with the hand of God. There are two in particular that will help us better understand the implications of Jabez's request. Today we will look at one and tomorrow the other.


Isaiah 41:10 "Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."


There's a contemporary version of the Bible called, The Message, and that version puts this verse in terms I think we can all better relate to: "Don’t panic. I’m with you. There’s no need to fear for I’m your God. I’ll give you strength. I’ll help you. I’ll hold you steady, keep a firm grip on you."


This is one of those Bam! Bam! Bam! verses that clearly states what God wants us to understand and accept and receive like a balm for our weary hearts.


He knows life is hard and that we have a tendency to panic. Hence, the exhortation not to. Why? Because the Almighty God Creator and Host of the Heavenly Armies Himself is with us, and He's ours--ALL OF HIM. He gives us help, He gives us strength, and when we think we are going to crumble under the pressure or stress of life, He keeps us steady in His firm grip!


I needed to hear that. Excuse me for a moment while I pause from writing this DEVO and do a happy dance!!!


I'm back:)


What has you on the verge of panicking today? What fear is threatening to consume you? Where do you feel weak? Do you feel as though you are slipping and that it's all about to come crashing on you?


Hurry! Let's pray!


PRAYER: Dear Lord, Let Your hand be with us. When Your hand is with us we are calm, and strengthened. Thank You that You have a firm grip on us, and thank You that You will never let go. In Jesus' name, AMEN!