“And Don’t You Forget It”

“Every word of God proves true; He is a shield to those who take refuge in Him.” Proverbs 30:5

This past Father’s day I was reminiscing of the times my Dad would “try” to give me advise. I wish I paid better attention as now when I look back he was trying to prepare me for a road he already traveled.

As he would talk to me I remember phrases like “Are you listening to me” or “Look at me when I’m talking to you”.

If there is one thing I picked up from my Dad it’s giving driving directions. I find that if someone listens carefully I could get them where there going, no problem.

Sometimes when giving directions I can tell they’re not paying attention. It’s as if I’m speaking a different language.

I think the Word of God can be a road map at times, directing us down a path and preparing us for the trip ahead.

So many times I find myself in a situation where because of what I’m studying at the time, It’s like I already know what to do.

Recently I was part of a cantata that was about being a part of “The Family of God”. My previous study was a journey I was taking thru the Bible to re-enforce my identity in Christ and the community that comes with it.

The day after the Cantata I was leaving the service when I heard a call from a retired Pastor who I often see walking around Keswick. He wanted me to meet his wife. To be honest I was looking to get out of there and get to a barbeque. Then a song from the concert came to me and I was reminded that he’s my family. We spent about 15 minutes in sweet fellowship that put a smile on my face the rest of the day.

So as you read God’s word, “Pay attention” and “Look at Him” when He’s talking. You will need to remember for the journey ahead. – Rob Russomano serves on the full-time team at America’s Keswick. He blogs regularly for Freedom Fighter

Daily Bible Reading: Deuteronomy 16-18; Acts 4:23-37

Quote of the day: The essence of perfection is to embrace the will of God in all things, prosperous or adverse. In prosperity, even sinners find it easy to unite themselves to the divine will; but it takes saints to unite themselves to God’s will when things go wrong and are painful to self-love. Our conduct in such instances is the measure of our love of God. Alphonsus Liguori

Verse to Memorize: “Your testimonies are wonderful; therefore my soul keeps them. The unfolding of your word gives light; it imparts understanding to the simple.” Psalm 119:129-130 ESV