Devotional 3-22-10

Isaiah 43:16-21

When torrents of rain beat the desert, it changes the landscape from brown to blue. Rushing streams press nutrients to dormant life sleeping just below the desert floor. New life rushes to bloom. Now in season are colors of pink and blue. They spring up in the desert making everything look fresh and new.

We resist change. No matter if it’s in the form of discipline or growth. The whole of our beings scream no. Our nature is to go along with the status quo. It’s scary to face the unknown.

Only God knows our future, he fills our unknown. Our father soaks up our fears and causes something new to grow. God is with us as we pass through the seasons of our lives. No matter what we face, he is the constant in our lives. As we press into him he presses back giving us hope and joy. God is alive and active in all the seasons of our lives. No matter what we face. No matter how loudly we scream no.

Father God, your breath alone causes new life to bloom. You fill us with your vast love. Your mercy and grace surround us. No matter what was before. We honor and praise you. In Jesus name, thank you.

Amen

Judith Wilburn