God is aware of every difficult moment we have experienced and the pain we have endured for every wrong done to us, or by us. He hasn't looked away. He hasn't been busy elsewhere. He has watched and cared and acted on our behalf. It's a good day to give thanks for our experience of the kindness of God
I celebrate and shout because you are kind. You saw all my suffering, and you cared for me. You kept me from the hands of my enemies, and you set me free. Protect me from hidden traps and keep me safe. My life is in your hands. Save me from enemies who hunt me down. Smile on me, your servant. Have pity and rescue me. (Psalm 31:7-8, 4, 15-16 CEV)
There are so many things we don't see - so many traps that could trip us up. God is on the watch for those and ready to offer protection. God will act on our behalf when we welcome His intervention. All we need to do is request His help.
The more we progress in recovery and practice following the ways of God, the more the enemies of our soul will try to harm us. Each day of our recovery requires that we put our life in God's hands and rely on Him to save us from the hidden dangers we may encounter.
You are wonderful, and while everyone watches, you store up blessings for all who honor and trust you. I will praise you, Lord, for showing great kindness when I was like a city under attack. I was terrified and thought, “They’ve chased me far away from you!” But you answered my prayer when I shouted for help. (Psalm 31:19, 21-22 CEV)
God is not passively watching us as we wander through our day. Others may watch and say nothing, but God pours out blessing and help as we open our hearts to His truth. We never live with a complete picture of what is happening in our life. Only God knows that. God promises to work on our behalf whether we can see what He is doing or not. God is always with us even though we may not be aware of His presence. Sometimes the most we can do in our weakness is just keep thanking God that He has promised to never leave us alone.
Prayer: Loving God, Whether I can see what You are doing in my life today or not, help me to trust that as I surrender my will and my life into Your care, You will help and protect me and comfort me in my time of need. Amen
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