“Then the Lord opened Balaam’s eyes, and he saw the angel of the Lord” – Numbers 22:31
Angels sometimes block our path. Ask humbly for God to guide you, and he will show you if one of his angels is blocking the path ahead. If he is, you dare not risk going forward. – Ann Spangler
This past week I started a brand-new job and have experienced some brand-new fears. Here are a few:
* Will my body be able to adjust to new sleep and eating patterns?
* What if my alarm doesn’t work?
* Will I be able to learn the new terminology and find the various classrooms and labs on campus?
Then I remembered to recite, “Do not be afraid, Teresa.” God is with me, watching, guiding, enabling and equipping me to do my very best. He’s in the business of perfection…and still working on me!
How about you? Is there a fear(s) you’re holding on to? Maybe, you’ve clasped the fear tightly for months or even years. Can you release your grasp on it long enough to offer up your fear to God who’s in charge of the big and the little stuff?
Prayer. I voluntarily give my fears back to you, God, since you are in the business of healing and comfort. I need not worry or be afraid!
But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid, (Teresa), I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. “ – Luke 2:10
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Elijah declares in 1 Kings 19:4, “Enough of this, God! Take my life—I’m ready to join my ancestors in the grave!” Exhausted, he fell asleep under the lone broom bush.”
What did God do? He sent an angel to wake him and remind him to eat. God provided a loaf of bread and a jug of water. Elijah ate and went back to sleep. Later, the angel of God returned and brought more food and water to replenish his tired, weak body. Nourished by the meal, Elijah was able to walk 40 days and nights to Horeb, the mountain of God. How about you? Have you felt this way recently? Stay tuned in next time for a prescription for discouragement.
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