Joshua 1:9 (NIV)
9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.”
One day, as I arrived at my youngest daughter’s Christian preschool classroom, she rushed up to greet me with a hug and announcement that she had received a sticker. “Mommy, Mommy, I did it,” she proudly said. For weeks the class had been working on memorizing a scripture verse. Joshua 1: 9. Each child took a turn trying to repeat the scripture from memory. That day was my daughter’s turn and she was able to say it in its entirety. The teacher encouraged her to recite it for me.
I must admit, the last thing I wanted was to be delayed any longer than necessary. It was just about the time for the other children to be let out of school, and I was running late for picking them up. I attempted to put on my biggest smile, “Sure honey, Mommy would love to hear your scripture verse,” I said. She began in the most precious, calming and soothing voice I have ever heard. The words pierced straight through to my heart.
God was speaking to me, and the tears began to flow from my eyes. He couldn’t have made it any plainer. My daughter said the words, but God was talking. “Have I not commanded you?” Or, daughter, didn’t I tell you? Don’t be afraid and don’t be discouraged. I’m right here, and I’ll be with you wherever you go.” As I looked into her big brown eyes; God was letting me know that He hears my cries and understands my fears.
I had been feeling overwhelmed with all the responsibilities placed on me since my husband’s stroke. I was overcome with discouragement and fear. I just didn’t feel adequate as a wife or parent. As hard as I tried to hold everything together, it appeared as though the ship was going to sink. The bills were due, the babies needed new shoes, and I was broke. Running from this appointment to that appointment, making sure everyone was where they needed to be and had all their needs met. I was exhausted, weary and scared.
God spoke those words to me not in a scolding way, but a loving way. He let me know that whatever fear or discouragement the devil was trying to whisper to me, He was not letting me face it alone. He will always be right by my side. It doesn’t matter what situation I may be facing, God is with me wherever I go.
Ladies, it doesn’t matter what you are going thru today; God is with you wherever you go. He knows all about your struggles and fears. Joshua was about to face unknown territory. But, God had assured him that He would “never leave him nor forsake him.” Isn’t that comforting?
Just as I heard God’s voice through my daughter that day, you too can hear the calming voice of God assuring you that no matter where you go, He’ll be with you every step of the way. Listen. Can you hear Him?
PRAYER: Heavenly Father, I thank you for understanding and calming my fears. I have some very difficult decisions to make. But, I know that I don’t have to make them all alone. Thank you for giving me the courage and strength to overcome my fears. I receive encouragement from you right now. IN JESUS’ NAME, AMEN.
Tye Tribbett singing “Everything will be Alright”
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