My daughter absolutely loves her teachers and all adults
involved in her every day care at school. Vacation days, snow days and
weekends do not go well with this child as she yearns to be with her teachers
again. She speaks highly of each one, makes coloring sheets to add to
their collection and smiles from ear to ear in their presence.
One day, the children received warning that a substitute
taking the place of their regular teacher for part of the next day. As my
child relayed the message, worry stirred inside her little mind. Quite a few
tears shed that evening in thoughts of facing the next morning without her
teacher. She braved it and continued the next day at school (as if she
had a choice!). At pickup, the stories shared described a pretty good
time with the substitute; although, the day just wasn’t the same without her
regular teacher. Come to find out, my daughter had to go through the same
situation the next day, but this one seemed to go a smoother emotionally.
She survived and came through even stronger and met another great person within
the school system.
Well, here comes the point to the story. . .a couple days
later, my daughter and I were in the van together after dropping my son at
drums. She proceeds to describe the whole substitute experience.
“Mommy, when the substitute came in the other day I had tears in my eyes and
some even came down my face because I wanted you and my teacher. I sat
there for a little bit and then remembered that God is on my side. The
tears stopped and I did not cry.” I asked her if the second experience with
the substitute was easier because she knew of God’s presence. . . “Yep, because
I knew God was on my side and you and dad are on my side.”
Talk about melting my heart! This girl never ceases to
amaze me. . .God sent this child to be an angel to so many people, starting
with me!
What childlike faith that we silly adults tend to lose over
the years. Let us gain that back. . .God IS on our side! His
character proves Him to be omnipotent, omniscient and omnipresent.
Omnipotent - able to do anything, having unlimited
power. Whatever our day may bring, God can bring you through and
strengthen your faith. “Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more
than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us,
to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations,
for ever and ever! Amen.” (Ephesians 3:20-21)
Omniscient - knowing everything! He holds the plans
for our lives and will not lead us where His grace cannot cover us! He
goes before us, paves the way, protects the path and provides the tools needed
to accomplish what lay ahead. “But the plans of the Lord stand firm
forever, the purposes of his heart through all generations.” (Psalm
33:11) “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans
to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
(Jeremiah 29:11) We may not always understand what has occurred in the
past, what surrounds us currently, or what appears to be ahead; but, relying on
the One who knows how all the pieces fit will bring assurance, strength and
peace even though times have, can and will be tough. Rest assured, by
friend, He will not leave you helpless, hopeless or hurting.
Omnipresent - everywhere at ALL times. He will never
leave nor forsake you. He cares for each of His children and extends His
arms every day for you to run. His presence appears through various
means. Recognizing Him is key in strengthening faith and confidence in
the plans laid before you. Extend thanks at each time His presence appears.
He remains for the smallest of events to the largest of events.
Everything to do with your life ranks high in importance to Him. He loves
being invited into every moment of the day! “God has said, “Never will I
leave you; never will I forsake you.” So we say with confidence, “The
Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to
me?” (Hebrews 13:5-6)
Though my daughter cannot read nor memorize Scripture at
this point in time. . .I believe wholeheartedly that God whispered these words
from Hebrews 13 to her that day. She walked boldly, assured that God will
see her through and she is loved by Him. She is His princess and He will
not let her fall. . .my friend, the same stands true for you! Soak in His
promises today and walk boldly whatever may come your way.
Keep praying harder than the devil can work. Sheree Craig
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