"But he, being full of the Holy Ghost,
looked up stedfastly into heaven,
and saw the glory of God, and Jesus
STANDING on the right hand of God,
And said, Behold, I see the heavens opened,
And said, Behold, I see the heavens opened,
and the Son of man STANDING
on the right hand of God"
Acts 7:55-56
I get to teach Sunday School this morning.
That, in itself, is a miracle of God. Two weeks ago, I thought I would never be able to again .... actually, a few days ago I thought I would never be able to again.
But, so many people have prayed for me (thank you!), God is lavishing His amazing grace on me and I am starting to see brighter days! I still hurt and still question things, but I am not devastated ... thank you, Lord.
I started working on a lesson a month ago on the passage above. I've studied about Stephen before and the one day we get a glimpse into his life. I love the verses above talking about the Savior standing to his feet as his child is being stoned to death.
Among others, Hebrews 1:3, Hebrews 12:2 and Matthew 26:64 tells us Jesus sits at the right hand of the throne of God. Yet, as one of his precious children are hurting, He stands at attention and watches ... ready to receive or intercede on our behalf.
Can you picture it?
I believe Jesus has been on his feet for me the past few weeks.
I believe Jesus was on his feet as my precious friend suffered and then, peacefully stepped into His presence.
What a Savior!
I'm thankful today I get to teach about His marvelous love, power and grace! What a privilege!
I know it will be difficult, but I am so thankful I am able to read His word and remember how much I love it .... I can never keep that to myself ... I have to share it with a group of girls and remind them He is worthy of serving no matter the circumstances!
8 comments:
So thankful that you are in a better place. God is sooo good.
Still praying for you today.
Deidre, I love to read these posts each day. They are proof you are living life in the midst of your heartache. You are walking with God through this trial and you are doing a beautiful job! You continue to lead us all! I love you and I am proud of you!
Praise the Lord for answering prayer !
Loving the Savior and you my sister !
See you tomorrow night, Lord willing !
love you
lb
Hi Deidre, it's a siesta you don't know. Saw your post tonight on the LPM blog about your friend Pam not being able to attend the January conference cause she's with HIM! Just had to respond. I'm so sorry for your loss! Didn't know if I would make it through my last few months with cancer but I have and by God's grace, I'll be there. I so hope God releases you to come. I so thought of Psalm 27:13-14 as I read your post. How beautiful was your love for your friend and I believe you'll keep pouring it out on many! See you in Houston, I hope. Just wanted you to know I am praying for a work of faith with power 2 Thes 1:11. Bev
Praying for you
Praying for you
Thank you for sharing your heart with your girls and standing before them to teach them God's word. I know that was very difficult for you. I was so excited when K told me you taught yesterday. With Him you can do ANYTHING!!
Allow HIM to hold your head high and continue to press on!!
But thou, O LORD, art a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of mine head. Psalm 3:3
Never fail to remember who Pam pointed you to??
Love & prayers for you!!!
Post a Comment