Before I give you "Day 2" I have to tell you what happened last night. Our grandson and his girlfriend drove about two hours to spend some time with us. As they entered our subdivision, Jagger's battery light came on. My husband suggested that it might be the alternator. Dollar signs were beginning to invade our thinking. We sat down and began talking about what else it could be, how they were going to safely get home, etc. Finally, with all of these thoughts floating around I said, "Let's pray." I proceeded to roll the care of this upon the Lord and I asked Him to cause our thoughts to become agreeable to His will so we could be established in peace and be successful.
An idea popped into my thoughts that our son-in-law knew of a mechanic that had done some work for him. The mechanic lived 10 minutes from us and was willing to take a look at it. He did not have his equipment at home to check the alternator so he sent us to O"Reilly's Car Parts. It was the alternator. Next puzzle piece, please!! They had one in stock (which is not always the case). The price was a lot less than we thought and son-in-law's mechanic was willing to put it in at 9:00 p.m. By 9:30 they were on their way home in a safe care with the repairs completed.
From 5:00 p.m. till 9:00 p.m. it was like dominoes falling one right after the other. They were falling in our favor and for the good of these kids. Rather than worry, fretting and confusion we had God's wisdom, His peace, His orchestration, and His favor!! That is why Dave and I begin each day by praying the simple prayer that I gave you yesterday. Again, I challenge you to take the next 40 days and keep a journal of how God causes you to think like He thinks. By the way, I'd love to hear from on what happens when you pray Proverbs 16:3.
Now onto Day 2:
Day 2 Living Beyond Ourselves
Are there areas of your life that you need help in order to be successful? Could you use more wisdom, more understanding, more strength, more finances, stronger relationships, a better marriage? The good news is that God wants to supply all of these—and more. He wants your life to function well because when it does, you become a testimony of His goodness and His greatness.
Sometimes we fail to recognize how good God really is. He desires for us to have plenty so we will be enriched and able to give to others. Plenty of wisdom, plenty of understanding, plenty of strength, plenty of joy—and the list goes on and on.
When we purpose to spend time with God at the beginning of the day, He is willing to meet with us. We can ask Him questions and receive His directions so we can live out each day with Him. All of His resources (wisdom, understanding, strength, joy, etc.) are ready and waiting for us. These provisions are set aside for His kids because He loves us so much. Let this be your prayer today:
You have done many good things for me, Lord,
just as you promised.
I believe in your commands;
now teach me good judgment and knowledge.
I used to wander off until you disciplined me;
but now I closely follow your word.
You are good and do only good;
teach me your decrees.
Psalm 119:65-68 (NLT)
Philippians 4:19 (NLT) God promises to meet all of your needs.
Psalms 119: 65-72 (MSG) God is good and the source of all good.
II Corinthians 9:8 (NLT) God wants you to have plenty left over to share with others.
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