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Some days we are tired, beaten down, insecure, and ready to run. Survival mode takes aim and stepping back from circumstances brings clarity and comfort. We whisper the one Name we know brings healing. Jesus.
Sometimes His Name is just a thought in my head before it becomes a trembling on my lips. The whisper softly spoken comes next. And then life rises up.
There is power in the Name above all Names. When you whisper His Name the interpretation is hope. He makes ALL things new. He changes the old shaken dust into a divine wholeness of heart. Yet, even with all His power, we sometimes only have enough strength to stand. But we stand.
And when sadness wraps us up, to stand through it is a miracle. Survival is a miracle. Slowly one step at a time we march into something new. Something wonderful and unexpected waits right around the bend. Unexpected pain seems to propel us in a different direction. In that unexpected place lies healing and hope.
If today you only have the strength to stand, then just stand. Allow His Name to do the rest. Recognize that standing in the middle of hurt is a gift. Life is a gift. Look for the good inside the bad. Soon enough you will forge ahead. However, for today, just stand.
Psalm 20:7-9
Some trust in chariots, and some in horses; but we will remember the Name of the Lord our God. 8Â They have bowed down and fallen; but we have risen and stand upright. 9Â Save, Lord!
May the King answer us when we call.
Love,
Jennifer
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Jennifer –
I am in awe of our God this morning as I also wrote on His Name. I love when He works this way in my life! This morning I am believing “something wonderful & unexpected is waiting around the bend” for me. Thank you for this post! It ministered to me this morning.
Blessings,
Joanne
I’m so glad the post ministered to you, Joanne. I can’t wait to read what you wrote! I just said a prayer for you that your something around the bend would be sooner than later. May God fulfill your hearts desire! God bless you!
Beautiful reminder, Jennifer. I love your heart for the Lord. It is so inspiring and clear in your words 🙂 You always remind me that there is joy and beauty even in the wilderness, the uncertainty and the hurt. Love to you today, friend!
Thank you, Vanessa. I appreciate your encouragement and support. Love to you, as well!
Love the new blog look, Jennifer! And this post gives such strength for the day. Love, Rachael @ Inking the Heart
Thank you, Rachael!
Yes, yes, Jennifer. ‘Jesus, the name that calms our fears, that bids our sorrows cease.’
Praising Him with you this morning!
Amen, Linda! Have a wonderful weekend!
There is so much power in His Name. Even on those days where I can only hope to whisper it, His strength is evident. Love this my friend!
Thank you, Barbie. I am so thankful for His name!
Lovely post. There is power in His Name. So grateful for His Presence. If you want to link to Sunday Stillness that would be great. http://www.janiscox.com/sunday-stillness-psalm-1391-4/
Blessings,
Janis http://www.janiscox.com
Thank you so much,Janis!