Protection

"The fear of the Lord leads to life, and whoever has it rests satisfied; he will not be visited by harm." Proverbs 19:23

I saw something on Instagram that said "God will wreck your plans before they wreck you." When things don't go as planned, look at it as God's protection. Maybe he wants to push you closer to him, to trust him more, and to rely on him instead of your intellect. Remember to submit your plans, thoughts, emotions, and desires to him daily. Don't allow your dreams to become idols in your life. Simply focus on him. Happy Friday! :) 

"For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them." Ephesians 2:10

Airport Chronicles

"For see, today I have made you strong like a fortified city that cannot be captured, like an iron pillar or a bronze wall. None... will be able to stand against you." Jeremiah 1:18 

God has such a sense of humor. As I studied Jeremiah this morning, I reflected on my airport experience from yesterday. I was "randomly selected" prior to going through security to test the palms of my hands. Lo and behold, "explosive residue" was detected; I was patted down and my belongings were searched. But as Jeremiah 1:19 says, "they will try and fail. For I am with you, and I will take care of you." Has something so ridiculous happened that you just had to laugh? I've heard that we should live so people don't believe the negativity and lies. Regardless, in high stress situations, stay calm, because God's got your back. Happy Friday!