God Is Already There

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Every so often, despite my best intensions, I jump on the worry-go-round, envisioning future issues and wondering how I’ll cope. I’ve gotten better in these last few years, foregoing some of my compulsiveness, but I still succumb now and then. This last week was one of them.  

God reminded me in my scripture readings He’s already there. Not only was Psalm 37 listed but also Mark 8: 1-10. Jesus fed four thousand with seven loaves and a few fishes. How many baskets of leftovers did they collect? Seven.

I’ve read that passage many times and never once caught the seven loaves or seven baskets of leftovers. God saved that insight for today when I needed it the most. 

As I have mentioned in prior posts, God uses the numbers three and seven to remind me He will give me the desires of my heart (those that align with His will) and provide everything I need while I walk upon this earth. So, why do I worry?

The devil whispers doubts, spins dark scenarios, and unless I’m careful, I fall into his trap.

God never leaves me there. He reminds me through symbols and scripture that as long as I hold on to my faith, the flames of doubt and fear will never burn me.

Thank you, Lord, for pulling me back from the pit of worry, for reminding me You have already prepared for my future needs — all of them. Amen.