Rhapsody of Realities TeeVo;
Tuesday, November 5th , 2019;
YOU CAN’T BE FORSAKEN ;
(The Holy Spirit Never Leaves You);
? Pastor Chris Oyakhilome;
? TO THE BIBLE
Joshua 1:9 MSG “Haven’t I commanded you? Strength! Courage! Don’t be timid; don’t get discouraged. GOD, your God, is with you every step you take.”
◀️ LET’S TALK
Many years ago, I heard a story that’s remained indelible in my mind. A Pastor told a story of how God visited a certain man in a vision. As he and the Lord walked together, the Lord assured him “I am with you no matter how difficult the journey may be.” Though he couldn’t see the Lord, he could see the footprints. As they journeyed, there were two different footprints so, he was sure the Lord was with him. Every now and then, he looked and saw the Lord’s footprints, and kept going.
At a point, things got tougher and harder. Then he looked, but this time saw only one footprint! He cried and said, “Lord, where are you? Things are worse here! How could you leave me now that I need you the most?” Then he heard the voice of God, “I’m still here.” But the man said, “No, I was seeing your footprints all along; but you’ve stopped. All I see now are my footprints.” Then God said, “No, the footprints that you see aren’t your footprints; they’re mine, because I’m now carrying you.” What a soul-stirring response from the Lord!
How loving our God is! Even when we’re not aware, and it looks like He’s left us, He’s there. The man was crying because he thought he was alone. But God was carrying him. He has said, “…I’ll never let you down, never walk off and leave you” (Hebrews 13:5 MSG). At the most difficult part of the journey, He’ll carry you. Those times you look around and don’t seem to find any sign of His presence, the Lord is there with you. He’ll never leave you nor forsake you; even when everyone else deserts you, He’s always with you. So, be encouraged; be strengthened, and be full of joy. The Lord your God is with you, and He lives in you. You’re never alone!
? Go Deeper
Isaiah 49:15; Hebrews 13:5; Deuteronomy 31:6
? Pray
Precious and loving Father, thank you for your love and faithfulness. You’re gracious, compassionate and kind. I’m strong and very courageous in the power of your might; I’ll never be weary. Thank you for your grace and everlasting presence. I adore you with all my heart. Amen.
? Daily Bible Reading
ONE YEAR
Hebrews 4:14-5:1-10, Jeremiah 44-47
TWO YEAR
1 Peter 3:1-12, Ezekiel 36
▶️ Act
Meditate on and personalise the Go Deeper Scriptures.