Reflections From Sunday Evening

We finished our Defining Moments series today. It was a good word that came to Jehoshaphat when enemy armies were moving against them. "Do not be afraid - do not be discouraged. The battle is not yours but God's." Read 2 Chronicles 20 and you will see what happened! Our take-away from the story went something like this. When things are happening in your life that cause you to feel afraid or discouraged look to the Lord. Fear has a tendency to lead to panic and most decisions made in "panic mode" do not go well. So turn to the Lord. It is His battle. Next time you face a fear or discouragement take your stand, move forward and sing a song. (Remember you need to read the story for this to make sense). Actually we are looking for the power of praise and worship to defeat fear and discouragement. It is amazing how God comes and moves in ways that lead us joyfully home. You may be in the midst of making a choice or decision that will turn out to be a defining moment in your life. My prayer is that it be the kind of moment that puts you (or keeps you) on track with God. Keep writing your story of God's power and presence in your life. On another note...it was hot at Kauffman Stadium but well worth it to see the Royals get another win. It was truly a day for baseball. It's been a good day. I hope you've had a good day too. steve