Psalm 111:3-4
3 Everything he does reveals his glory and majesty. His righteousness never fails. 4 He causes us to remember his wonderful works. How gracious and merciful is our Lord!
It’s funny how much I enjoy the Psalms now. They read much like my life. Some are sad and grief stricken, I can feel the pain of the Psalmist in the words. And the very next chapter may be full of hope, joy and praise. I don’t believe that is a coincidence. Life is full of raw emotions and abrupt changes. Absolutely no one has it all together. I know I don’t!
Life is about learning, growing, listening, and changing. The most beautiful gift Kayleigh gave me was this close walk with the Lord. God used her to teach me how to study His word, and listen for His direction. He used her to grow me and teach me. He used Kayleigh to make me a better wife to Tim, and mom to Grace and Cole. So many beautiful gifts from those six months. And these last four months, since she has been gone from us, that time has been used to draw me closer still. As much as I needed my Father while she was sick, I needed Him oh so much more after her death.
I read those verses above tonight and they struck a chord. Indeed, “everything He does reveals His glory and majesty.” The question is, are you looking for it? He promises us that His righteousness will never fail (Ps 111:3). He promises that all things will work for good for those of us that love Him and are called according to his purpose (Rom 8:28). He promises that nothing can separate us from Jesus (Rom 3:38-39). He promises that if we put our faith in Him he will save us (John 3:16).
God’s promises are overflowing from the pages of the Bible. Yes, hard times will still come. Yes, you will struggle. Yes, you will be treated unfairly. But NO, you are never alone. You were bought at an astronomical price. God gave His only son’s life for you and for me.
Now, understanding the pain of losing a child, that price hits so much closer to home. Not only was Jesus sacrificed, but every evil deed, every sin, every horrible thing was placed on his shoulders. I cannot imagine the Father’s pain seeing his child suffer like that. But oh how thankful I am that he chose to take my sin and pardon me. His sacrifice give me hope. It fills me with joy. From great pain emerges great blessings. You just have to be willing to look for them. I pray that where ever you are, you will start looking for God’s wonderful works. They are all around you in big things and small.
Until tomorrow,
‘Carrow💜
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