I was reading the other day and, as usual, the verse was so applicable to where we are at:
"I will lead the blind by a way they do not know, in paths they do not know, I will guide them.
I will make darkness into light before them and rugged spaces into plains." Isaiah 42:16
Even though we read through the Bible, there are so many truths to discover and re-discover! His mercies are new every day! He makes the rugged, bumpy road smooth!
http://www.youtube.com/user/liveoakhome#p/a/FB8F06DE98109E1C/0/B6MBI4d6i0o
Where is the goodness of God in trials, in losing loved ones? How can a good God ...? This message was preached on 4/13/2007 and edited for radio in early 8/2011. In God's providence it is playing on the radio the day before Pastor Phil is burying his son Mark Joseph in Congo and trusting the truths of this precious passage from God's Word.
I. God is Faithful (v. 22-24)
II. God is Good (v. 25)
God is so good to smooth out the bumpy roads for us... He is mindful of our weakness. Great reminder.
ReplyDeleteIsn't God good to have 'this' particular sermon on the radio the day before Mark Joseph's burial.
ReplyDeleteI am sad for your (our) loss but know God knows 'each day of our lives' before the universe was spoken into existence (Psalm 139).
He is a mighty God and I trust He will uphold you with His righteous right hand (Isa 41:10 & 13).
I love you Jaime & family,
Linda xoxo
Ps 19
praying friend that this time will enrich your marriage, your faith and your dependency on your FIRST LOVE...Christ, as you rely on Him for every ounce of strength and breath. we love you guys and we are here to walk this with you. thank you for encouraging us amidst such grief and trial.
ReplyDeletelove,
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