E-votional – So
Close
February 5,
2001
Verse:
Thought:
Driving
back and forth to the surrounding towns affords a nice opportunity to
talk with God and to listen for God. No one in the car, just God and me.
It is during this time of travel that I find myself saying I will do
everything for the sake of the Gospel. I am in tune, with no real
distractions, to God's presence in my life. Then I get to my
destination. Open the door and encounter the world.
Hear the Good News, God
is so close to
us, we can hardly realize it. When we are able to stop and listen, we
become more aware of His presence. During this time we can and do
feel His calling to us. It is when we take that very calling into
the world that we can become confused and even unsure of what we are doing.
Believe and trust that when God begins to work in your life, you will never be
alone. When strength is needed it will be there. When uncertainty
arrives, clarity through the presence of the Holy Spirit will offer resolve.
When we listen and respond, we are never alone.
Prayer:
Lord, the
fast pace of life catches
me far too often. My heart beat reminds me I am not alone in the world,
nor am I without care. But during those quiet moments, those
moments surrounded by grace, I am able to see and hear very
clearly. Thank You. I have felt your calling and want to respond,
but at times I am scared. Strengthen and encourage me. Allow me to
make a difference in the world, in my community, in my family and in my own
life. I want to go where You would have me. I want to do what You
ask. Thank You for Your
closeness. Thank
You for all You have done in my
life, and all You will continue to do, through Christ our Lord I pray.
Amen.