But let all who take refuge in you be glad; let them ever sing for joy. Spread your protection over them, that those who love your name may rejoice in you. Psalm 5:11
“Even in the deepest and darkest places of our lives, we need to step back and acknowledge God’s present provisions. Like children who are quick to lose perspective, we need to remember with whom we are walking through this painful journey…
The saying “Count your blessings” may seem old and trite. But there’s no better time to do this than when you face life’s trials. Ask yourself: What are some of the signs of God’s daily provision? How is God’s generous hand still evident in your crisis? What are the things for which you can now be thankful?”
Mike Fabarez in Lifelines for Tough Times: God’s Presence and Help When You Hurt (Eugene: Harvest House, 2014) 70.
Late last night I flew to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and this morning I am driving up to Green Lake to attend the EFCA Forest Lakes District Conference at which I will speak tomorrow. Today I am choosing to focus on God’s present provisions despite some crisis situations that members of my family are facing at the moment. It is easy to allow little things in the big scope of life throw us off. We can’t let that happen!
Am I frustrated that it appears that injustice is prevailing against my daughter, Sophie. Sure I am, and so is the rest of my family! But God has been and is so good to us in countless ways, so as a family we are choosing to be thankful. God will sort out her wrecked car. We trust Him. He provides bountifully for us. We rejoice despite trials because He has spread His protection over us. That’s generosity!