A friend sent this video to us, and I thought it was a wonderful explanation...and a reminder that I needed to hear!  It's hard to look at the big picture sometimes, but I need to remember that all these things in my life play a role in God's ultimate plan, even if it's not in the way I've imagined! Like it says at the end, "God is in complete control, even when He remains behind the scenes...and the Master of the Universe will yet have His say!"

Happy Purim!

Peace

Physically, these past 2 weeks have been extremely difficult...the last couple of days, especially, have brought nearly unbearable pain at times, which leaves me in tears.  

These are the times where I find it hardest to hold on; temptations to give up or despair are the strongest...however, I do not want my physical symptoms to dictate my spiritual walk! I am starting to realize His gentleness and tenderness with us when we are weak...He promises to hold my right hand, to give power when I am weak, to never leave me or forsake me, that He will restore my youth, that I will be able to walk without growing weary and run without growing faint! He promises to satiate the weary soul and fulfill every longing soul.

I was very blessed by Philippians 4:6,7 this morning. I have asked/wondered "why" many times; not only for me, but for all my dear brothers and sisters who are suffering physically. These verses struck me this morning; He is able to send a peace that is better than all the answers in the world!

"Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Messiah Yeshua."

I'm asking for this kind of peace...the peace that surpasses understanding; that is perfect and complete and better than answers, that will guard my heart and guard my mind, and help to keep me in tune with His heart!