GPS
I will never leave you nor forsake you.
Joshua 1:5
Dennis traveled to work by different
routes each morning, which is quite remarkable since he traveled more
than thirty-five miles one-way to his place of employment. But why
would someone take a different route to work each morning instead of
the quickest way possible, thereby minimizing travel time and saving
fuel? Why? Because Dennis was called by God to intercede on behalf of
people who would probably never know they were being prayed for. As
he drove through each neighborhood he prayed, asking God to meet each
need and draw the families to Himself.
Dennis enjoyed his silent ministry,
rising early each morning—having mapped out that day’s route the
night before—to meditate on the morning’s drive. Then, he’d
give his wife, Mary Ellen, a kiss, and set out to pray for the needs
of the people on his chosen route.
But this morning Dennis’ heart was
troubled. God hadn’t been as forthcoming in verifying which route
to take, nor had he sensed any explicit prayer-assignments for those
homes he would encounter. Dennis reasoned that maybe God was asking
him to be faithful in spite of the silence. As he backed out of the
driveway, he vented his frustration audibly, “Do you even know
where I am?”
God’s response was immediate... “I
always know where you are, Dennis. I have not left you. Take heart!
For you are My GPS…my God Positioned Servant!”
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How difficult it is when we experience
God's silence. It can be, and many times is, perplexing to know He’s
there and yet not hear a peep out of Him. It’s one of the ways He
teaches us to choose between right and wrong, as well as learning to
stay committed, in the face of adversity.
He wants us to continue in spite of His
silence, growing in the knowledge and confidence that we are capable
of making right choices. And if we make a mistake, He’ll be quick
to nudge us through His Holy Spirit.
But never doubt His presence…you are
His GPS!
Prayer
“Lord, lead on, and
teach me to trust You in the silence. In Jesus’ Name, amen.”
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