Right Here

And when I wake up, you are still with me.  Psalm 139:18

Wow…is this the little wink we all needed to hear this morning.  There is so much on our hearts this morning…fires in the NW, flooding in the south and Irma scooting and thrashing up through Florida and Georgia.  It’s hard not to be overwhelmed as we think about all those who are suffering so much, but then along comes Psalm 139:18 and we exhale a little.  He’s still here.  He’s still inspiring people to give and help and support.  He's comforting the lost and the lonely and the frightened.  He’s working his mightiness through the sadness and the chaos.  

Dave and I made a quick drive home this weekend to attend to not one, but two family emergencies and there was verse 139:18.  His fingers are in the middle of everything I”m trying to bear on my own shoulders.  His embrace is around all those who are hurting and in need.  His love, mercy and protection is new each morning…just in time for renewed hope and a new beginning.

He will never NOT be with us; we just go through moments when we forget to notice he’s right there.  Let’s remember he’s right here with us today and remember to ask him to make his presence felt in the midst of the chaos.  

A Seed To Plant:  Tragedy doesn't strike EVERYWHERE all at once.  If you aren’t in the midst of tragedy or chaos, your job is to pray for those who are, so let's join together today and do just that.  ​

Blessings on your day!