Father, many things are wearing on me on many different levels. I would pray for a season of refreshing from You. May I once more partake of the springs of living water! Amen.

Acts 10:17-23 (<<click here to read the passage)

I shared this story a while back, but it fits well here, too.

I remember when Massey was just a little guy, and something would upset him to the point of hot tears flowing down his tiny face. On more than one occasion we would slip into a public restroom stall giving me a chance to get down on his level and get him to just breathe. He wasn’t in trouble, but I would say, “OK, Mass, just take a big breath.” With all the emotion still playing through him, he would do so, a bit shaky at first but he just needed help getting himself under control. Once that happened, everything was cool.

How often does life just seem to get out of control for us? It can be overwhelming, for sure. As I referred to in my opening prayer, sometimes we just get worn out, and plain and simple…we need God!

I love the Amplified Bible’s translation at the beginning of verse 19 in today’s passage. It reads,

While Peter was thoughtfully considering the vision, the Spirit said to him, “Now listen…”

Can you picture the Father cupping Peter’s face in His hand, looking him square in the eye, and saying, “Now listen… Yeah, this is something totally new for you. I understand that you’re not sure what it’s all about but take a deep breath…trust me. Have I ever led you astray? …three men are looking for you. Get up, go downstairs and go with them without hesitating or doubting, because I have sent them Myself.” vs19-20 AMP

They all were on the cusp of an amazing movement of God. I would astound them all…and it was just the beginning!

Lord Jesus, calm our spirits. Wherever we may be, whatever we may be in the middle of, may we feel you cupping our small child-like faces in Your outstretched loving hand. May we hear Your comforting words of assurance. May we feel Your power. May we be overwhelmed not by our circumstances but by Your love. Amen.

Mar 31st, 2022, Thurs, 6:47 pm