I am preparing you for what is on the road ahead, just around the bend.
- Take time to be still in My Presence so that I can strengthen you.
The busier you become, the more you need this time apart with Me. So many people think that time spent with Me is a luxury they cannot afford. As a result, they live and work in their own strength — until that becomes depleted. Then they either cry out to Me for help or turn away in bitterness.
How much better it is to walk close to Me, depending on My strength and trusting Me in every situation. If you live in this way, you will do less but accomplish far more. Your unhurried pace of living will stand out in this rush-crazed age. Some people may deem you lazy, but many more will be blessed by your peacefulness.
Walk in the Light with Me, and you will reflect Me to the watching world.
Since ancient times no one has heard, no ear has perceived, no eye has seen any God besides you, who acts on behalf of those who wait for Him. — Isaiah 64:4
I am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in Me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from Me you can do nothing. — John 15:5
For with You is the fountain of life; in Your light we see light. — Psalm 36:9
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The Light of My Presence
Try to see things more and more from My perspective. Let the Light of My Presence so fully fill your mind that you view the world through Me.
When little things don’t go as you had hoped, look to Me lightheartedly and say, “Oh, well.” This simple discipline can protect you from being burdened with an accumulation of petty cares and frustrations. If you practice this diligently, you will make a life-changing discovery: You realize that most of the things that worry you are not important. If you shrug them off immediately and return your focus to Me, you will walk through your days with lighter steps and a joyful heart.
When serious problems come your way, you will have more reserves for dealing with them. You will not have squandered your energy on petty problems. You may even reach the point where you can agree with the apostle Paul that all your troubles are light and momentary compared with the eternal glory being achieved by them.
For with You is the fountain of life; in Your light we see light. — Psalm 36:9 NKJV
A man’s steps are directed by the Lord. How then can anyone understand his own way? — Proverbs 20:24
For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal. — 2 Corinthians 4:17–18
Excerpted with permission from Jesus Calling Commemorative Edition by Sarah Young, copyright Sarah Young.
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Your Turn
Spend time in the light of Jesus’ presence today. Take Him with you and leave your worries at His feet carrying His peace as you go. When we trust Him, we walk lighter and more joyfully! ~ Devotionals Daily