Happy Wednesday, friends. Thanks for staying with me on this 31 Day writing journey. Over the past few days I have had some sleepless nights, but each day God is showing me His grace in new ways.
One of my favorite missionaries is Amy Carmichael. Amy was a missionary in India for many years, but later in life dealt with physical illnesses and suffering that left her homebound. During that time she wrote about things that the Lord was teaching her. Last night I read this quote from her that helped put things in perspective for me. She states,
”Above all there is this, look at Calvary. Look steadfastly. Take time to look and all within you will be hushed. For power streams forth from Calvary. We never need to know defeat.”
Wow! When I read that it reminded me of what Jesus did for me on the cross and that I am not alone in my suffering. There is nothing that I am experiencing that Jesus can’t relate to, and He is always by my side offering His comfort and strength. I do not know what you are facing today but whether it is good or bad take time to dwell on Calvary and take comfort in the healing presence of Jesus. As Jesus said, “In this world you will have trouble, but take heart I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33). Praise God for that, and for the gift of Jesus, for with Him we can make it through anything that comes our way.
To read my other posts in this series visit here.
Leave a Reply