August 13

 August 13, 2011~

“And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.” ~ Romans 8:28, NKJV

Today was an enjoyable Sabbath! I visited the Stone Tower Church, where Jed Lee spoke on Romans 8:28.  He asked if anyone had ever experienced a time when God seemed to be silent. He then showed examples in the Bible where God seemed to be silent. Some examples were, John the Baptist, Lazarus, and even Jesus the night in the garden before His trial. Jesus was in anguish that night. His soul was exceedingly sorrowful unto death, three times He asked God to take the cup He had to bare away, then He accepted the answer and resigned to the will of God. Yes, even Jesus experienced the silence of God.

Another promise He shared was Romans 8:31.

“What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?” ~Romans 8:31, NKJV

Even Jesus, God’s own Son, experienced the silence of God. Through the bad, God brought good, as He promised. Jesus died on the cross for our sins, and now I can have the gift of eternal life.

In the silent times of my life, I need not worry, because I know God’s promises are sure and, just as He has done so many times before, He’ll bring good even out of the silent times of my life. 

Happy For A Reason Reasons:

1.       Visit to Stone Tower church today.

2.       Most friendly church I have attended in a long time. We were greeted and made to feel welcome by nearly everyone we passed.

3.       Lunch with new friends.

4.       Enjoyed a wonderful Russian meal! The beet salad was delicious!

5.       A special treat…a bowl of vegan vanilla ice cream with fresh strawberries.