| We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed. (2 Corinthians 4:8-9 NIV) “Beloved, I see how you have journeyed through the valley of the shadow of death. You started out strong in faith and believing that I was with and for you. Though this season has lasted longer than you imagined it would, I see how your heart wrestles to hold out hope. Do not despair, my child. I have not left you alone, and I did not step away, even for a second. I have been here all along—let me show you. “Where disappointment has set in, don’t get settled into it. I am bringing you out of the valley into an open field full of light and life. Where you have felt trapped, you will know the release of openness and space once again. When you look back, you will see that new growth and beauty fill the path where you once walked in darkness and confusion. “The shadows have taught you to trust my leadership and to know my voice, my touch, and my character. Though you may have questioned my goodness for a moment, you will see that it has always been your covering and your faithful companion. There is a new door opening—can you see it? Keep pressing into me, for I will be your comfort and strength. We’re almost there!”* When hard pressed, I cried to the Lord; he brought me into a spacious place. (Psalm 118:5 NIV) Let us acknowledge the Lord; let us press on to acknowledge him. As surely as the sun rises, he will appear; he will come to us like the winter rains, like the spring rains that water the earth. (Hosea 6:3 NIV) *From I Hear His Whisper for Women written by Brian Simmons |
2025-03-19