God alone is our Deliverer

What I am learning from reading Running Scared by Edward T. Welch...

• "The lessons of yesterday, don't always carry over into today. Worries go right back to their worry, and God repeats his mighty acts. God alone is the Deliverer."
• "God is the one who tests and he will test you. Control freaks and worriers are being told that the challenges of life are ordained by the Father and King. " These tests will reveal our own hearts to us and point us back to God thus forming a more intimate relationship with Him.
• "The tests follow a particular pattern: God will give us what we need for today and today alone. Fears and worries live in the future, trying to assure a good outcome in a potentially hard situation. God gives on only what we need when we need it. He wants us to trust him in the future rather than our own self -protective plans."
• "Worry and fear are about danger, perceived needs, and being out of control." By adhering to a Sabbath rest, you acknowledge that God alone is in control. By resting, You are saying, I will practice trusting you for today as well as tomorrow.

Today I am thankful for...

• Another beautiful day.
• The Princess is feeling much better.
• The beautiful pink blooms on the peach trees.
• Spending time brushing My Little Ponies with the Princess last night.
• God is my Deliverer and Jesus is my Savior.

Dear Heavenly Father, Thank you for today. Thank you for giving me some peace. I am so grateful that you are my Deliverer. Help me to find time to prepare for a Sabbath rest tomorrow. I love you. In Jesus Name. Amen.