Sometimes all I need is a verse or a phrase of Scripture to get my mind flowing and wrap my arms around all God is teaching me at the moment. I had one of those moments last week.
Reading in 2 Kings chapter 24, verse 1, the first four words of the verse rocked my world (for a moment).
“In his days, Nebuchadnezzar” 2kings 24:1
In his day Nebuchadnezzar was a king. He was a well-known King that brought havoc to the Israelites. He was a greatly feared and powerful leader. At his word nations and people’s could be destroyed (except where God intervened of course). As greatly as he struck people in fear and awe in his day, I am not too afraid of Nebuchadnezzar today. The fact is he is dead. No more. Gone. Out of sight. As big and bad as he was then, he is no longer a threat today.
It was a great reminder and one that I needed to read at the time. Regardless of the circumstances of my life at the time, no matter how desperate the situation may appear, this too shall pass. Better days are ahead, and in reality, for the believer at least, the best days are yet to come.
I must say that my life is pretty good these days. God is blessing my immediate family. Cheryl and I have good health personally. The church is going great, but as a pastor I feel the weight of those around me. These are hard times for many.
Are you going through a difficult time today?
Read the words of 2 Kings 24 and verse 1 today. Don’t read too far. Only four words are needed to remind us that in spite of all our struggles, this too shall pass.
The best is yet to come!
I agree with Renee… I really needed this today. My life overall is good, but I am going through some trials. I go from having days where I know that God’s hand is directing everything and that’s enough to days where I wonder why I am even trying. Thanks.
wow… thanks ,, things are better since the past and continue to get better as time goes on. l
Thanks!!! I REALLY needed this today!!!
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