September 6, 2019

September 6

Running with Jesus  

Acts 8:3   "As for Saul, he made havock of the church, entering into every house, and haling men and women committed them to prison."

     Christianity is spreading throughout Jerusalem and God is going to use this man Saul to spread the gospel. Christ and His disciples were turning the world upside down. Christianity and the church were being born in the middle of persecution. 

      Let's look back and think about the times people will most likely cry out to God? In difficulty! When 9/11 happened the churches were filled. Prayer vigils were held all over. During our difficult days we draw closer to God. Had God not allowed sorrow and suffering to be our companions man would not seek and find Him. 

      It is in our pain we find God is our hope and help in present times of trouble. We are turned inward and feel hopeless discovering we have Hope and that Hope is in the person of Jesus Christ.

Father, we don't enjoy pain and don't dare ask for it, however, we are so thankful to know we have You and You arrive in the midst of our pain to help us. Thank You for sustaining grace to go through life and You can turn our sorrow and suffering into joy and peace! Forever grateful! Sending You love this morning and praise!

Saul is still lurking around but meantime let's run over to Samaria with Philip, tomorrow! God is up to something!

Judy Hollaway

Originally penned 2015