I AM WITH YOU

It's been a trifle busy around here the past few days, but my precious books must always be read.  As you may remember, I have quoted from the book JESUS CALLING by Sarah Young in the past, and will fill this blog today with her words from October 30. It kept me going yesterday and I hope it does the same for you today.  Remember, her words are said as if it is Jesus speaking to you.
 From JESUS CALLING:


"I AM WITH YOU, I am with you, I am with you.  Heaven's bells continually peal with that promise of my Presence. Some people never hear those bells because their minds are earthbound and their hearts are closed to Me. Others hear the bells only once or twice in their lifetimes, in rare moments of seeking Me above all else.  My desire is that My "sheep" hear My voice continually, for I am the ever present Shepherd.


"Quietness is the classroom where you learn to hear My voice.  Beginners need a quiet place in order to still their minds.  As you advance in this discipline, you gradually learn to carry the stillness with you wherever you go.  When you step back into the mainstream of life, strain to hear those glorious bells: I am with you.  I am with you.  I am with you."


Lovely, huh?  She used both Jeremiah 29:12-13 and John 10:14, 27-28 for the truth of Jesus words.


It isn't  easy to learn how to be connected with Jesus at all times.  It helps when I remember that the Holy Spirit lives within me and knows that I am in need, but I am the one that is responsible for his help by calling on Him.  I' m sure there may have been times when God has seen fit to help me when I had not asked for help, but by calling on Him, I can know of His presence and His help.  I think that God loves to be asked, for it must reveal to Him our love as well as our need.  Think of yourself as a child...Didn't we always know that our mom would help us if we asked? yep!  But, it was rare for her to offer help if we hadn't asked, as she would assume we wanted to do it all ourselves.  I have a hunch God is much like our moms, at least in this regard.


I have a friend who prays while she vacuums her floors.  I know another who prays while she is driving the car.  As for me, I use the time to hunker down in a comfy chair. Actually, just recently, my dog took over my "prayer chair."  I have been moved to the corner of the sofa. No problem.  God is everywhere and anywhere I go.


He does not follow, however.  He is always there, right where you are. Right where I am, too.


Keep hangin' in there.


JoINMN