Devotional - "How are you today?"

What would be your response if you were asked the question “How are you today?” I’m sure everyone would have a very simple or unique expression on how they are feeling physically and emotionally.  The most common response I’ve heard is “I’m ok.”

Life is filled with all sorts of trials and tribulations…a death of a loved one, a debilitating illness, loss of employment, addictions, unresolved marital issues, and the list goes on.  Yet no matter what your education level, social or economic status, physical or mental ability, we are all subject to life’s trials and tribulations.  For some the season is short, for others the seasons go on to where there seems to be no end in sight, or it may be an entire lifetime.  There are indeed circumstances that are beyond our control, yet there are others that we have weaved a pattern of habit that has lead us to where we are today. 

Rest assure, no matter the situation our God is in control, and we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are called according to his purpose (Romans 8: 28) no matter how distressing it may be. As we all know, choices are part of our everyday, which is our free will to do as we deem according to our beliefs, needs, wants and desires.  Please know that if your burdens are heavy today, you are not alone. And if the sense of loneliness fills your mind and emotions, know that God is with you right now, and He will always be with you.  Our Heavenly Father desires for each of us to seek His face, so allow yourself the opportunity through this time to draw closer to our Lord, our Savior, and our Redeemer.  Seek Him with all your heart, mind, soul and strength, and also continually seek Him through your good times, too. And if you are in a joy filled season, continue to encourage, support and pray for our brothers and sisters in need.  Through all your earthly trials and tribulations, and even through your joy filled times…lift up your hands in worship to God, give Him all your praise, give Him all honor and glory, and above all, be full of gratitude toward Him for all things, especially the precious gift of life.

Again, I ask “How are you today?”   May you be encouraged today to draw closer to God and be filled with His peace, joy and love.  Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18)

God’s abundant blessings upon our Grace Harbor Church family and have a very blessed day.

Written by my friend and Sister in Christ - Terrilynn K. Monzon

Made In HIS Image <><  David L. Cunningham