Today’s Scripture: They ran to the village and found Mary and Joseph. And there was the baby, lying in the manger. Luke 2:16 NLT
Suddenly it can happen. What will we do when “it” happens? In Luke 2:9 we are told that “Suddenly, an angel of the Lord appeared among them, and the radiance of the Lord’s glory surrounded them. They were terribly frightened,”
In a flash, out of the blue, God, His angels, or His Spirit can appear. Suddenly we are surrounded by the Lord’s glory. Can you just imagine what we are told happened next: Suddenly, the angel was joined by a vast host of others-the armies of heaven- praising God: “Glory to God in the highest heaven, and peace on earth to all whom God favors.” I would imagine this was a glorious and extremely loud experience.
I love what the shepherds did next; they said to each other “Come on, let’s go to Bethlehem!” Come on let’s go friends. Go where God calls us to go. More importantly in verse 16 we are told they RAN to the village. “And there was the baby,” When we suddenly hear God, let’s go and run to Him. Are you ready and willing to run? It can happen suddenly.
Today’s Prayer: Mighty God Your Word is amazing. Your living Word is full of treasures that speak to us. Thank You for sending The Word to us. I pray I run to where You tell me to go. I believe You can speak suddenly to me and I only pray to be faithful to Your call. Tell me where to go Father and I will run. Strengthen me for the run and I trust You will speak loudly to me. Amen
Tom Raines
Christian Affirmations 4 Life
Running to and not running away is the key. I just need to hear. 🙂
I am with you Bill. Laying at Jesus’ feet I am trying to hear as well. I think that is why the “suddenly” stood out to my spirit today. Keeping running to and “suddenly” we will hear and it will be glorious and loud! Praying we hear what He intends!
Wonderful message, Tom. The pictures came alive for me. Thank you for reminding me to “be listening”.
Thank you Meg. He is faithful in His perfect timing. We will hear!
AMEN!
Thank you for your confirmation Cindy!
Without hesitation I will run and worship at His feet!
Praise the LORD Kimberly. What a welcoming and incredible place to feel His power. Thanks for stopping by and sharing your passion and encouragement!
Amen, Tom. Amen.
Thank you Dustin, I appreciate you keeping this little place in your unbelievable busy schedule.