“And now the Lord speaks-the one who formed me in my mother’s womb to be his servant, who commissioned me to bring Israel back to him. The Lord has honored me, and my God has given me strength. He says, “You will do more than restore the people of Israel to me. I will make you a light to the Gentiles, and you will bring my salvation to the ends of the earth.” Isaiah 49:5&6 NLT
God has been teaching me about restoration. He is showing me that I want things done quickly, but it takes time (usually more than I think). It’s a process. It’s messy. It doesn’t always go as planned. God says, he “will do more than restore.” Restoration is not just about me. It is for others to see God’s glory. It takes the pressure off to feel like I have to do it on my own. I have to trust that he will use it for good. But, do I?
“The Sovereign Lord has given me words of wisdom, so that I know how to comfort the weary. Morning by morning he awakens me and opens my understanding to his will.” Isaiah 50:4 NLT
It’s a daily pressing into him. Knowing that he is the only one who can remove strongholds.
“Rise from the dust, O Jerusalem. Sit in a place of honor. Remove the chains of slavery from your neck, O captive daughter of Zion.” Isaiah 52:2 NLT
It’s when a new rug in my daughter’s room starts to look more like a prayer rug. It becomes holy ground. A place to fight the battle. To feel the presence of God. To feel his peace.
“Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6&7 NLT
I rest in this promise…
“This is what the Lord says: “At just the right time I will respond to you. On the day of salvation I will help you. I will protect you and give you to the people as my covenant with them.” Isaiah 49:8
Dear Father, Help me to remember that you hear and answer my prayers, even when it is hardest to pray. Thank you for showing me your love. Thank you that your mercies are new every morning. And that you are making all things new. I am praising you before the breakthrough. You already have the victory. Amen.
“It is good to give thanks to the Lord, to sing praises to the Most High. It is good to proclaim your unfailing love in the morning, your faithfulness in the evening…You thrill me, Lord, with all you have done for me!” Psalms 92 NLT
Amy(amyctanner)
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