He Will Deliver You
Micah 5:6b He will deliver you from the Assyrian when he invades our land and marches into our borders.
The are many scriptures which talk about the deliverance power of our God. God delivered Noah and his family from the flood, Lot from Sodom, Jacob from Esau, Joseph from his brothers and from prison, the Israelites from bondage, Jonah from the whale, Peter from sinking, the woman from bleeding, lepers from disgrace, and Paul and Silas from prison.... and many, many more.
God has promised to protect his people. This was a promise to the people of Israel, and it is true for us as Christians. God told the people of Israel, I will take you as my people and I will be your God. Moses said, The Lord will fight for you, you need only to be still. Paul told the Thessalonians, the Lord will protect you from the evil one. And, of course, the often used ones; nothing can snatch you out of his hand, and nothing can separates us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus!
K and A, God is there for you to in the good times, but he is also there for you to lean on in the bad times as well. In fact that is of most importance. He is a true friend, who will not leave you when hardships and troubles come your way. He will stick close by and deliver you out of them! He not only has the love and faithfulness of a friend, but he experienced our weaknesses and temptations and is able to sympathize, even empathize with you. But even better, he has the power to deliver you from those troubles! So daughters, call on him in your times of trouble and he will set you free.
~Dad
Wednesday, October 23, 2019
Tuesday, October 22, 2019
Peace Proclaimed, Micah 5:5a
Peace Proclaimed
Micah 5:5a And he will be their peace.
I do not pretend to be a prophesy scholar not that spiritually wise to understand it all, especially without any study. This is just written with the limited knowledge I have.
This is typical prophetic writing. It appears to me to have many fulfillments. Certainly we can see Jesus in this passage. It also appears to talk about the return of Israel to the promised land, possibly before Christ, and I would think after as well. And usually prophesies have an end time ring to them as well.
The point I want to bring out of this passage is what comes when God's plan come to fruition, that is peace. Now, one must remember that in order for peace to manifest, there is usually a time of hardship and trial. Also, peace is for those on the side of the peacemaker. Yeah, we don't like that thought, but throughout the Bible we see clearly see both sides. David brought much peace to Israel, but much destruction on the Philistines. Thought the book of Judges, God raised up many who brought peace to Israel, but always at a cost, often to both sides. Jesus brought peace, yet even he had to suffer for it to come to us. And ultimately, when Christ returns, he will come to bring final lasting peace, yet he will come riding on a white horse, a sign of victory, waging war. One side loses the other wins.
What am I trying to say, K and A? First, you must be on the side of Jesus who is victorious in the final battle when he returns to defeat Satan and his minions. There, ultimate peace will be yours throughout eternity. Second, peace is possible now! An underlying calm and satisfaction, believing the promise that God has given us through Jesus... You are on the winning team. Jesus is our savior and his act of love and sacrifice brings us back into the right relationship with God which allows us on his team... the right to become children of God. And, just like most prophesies,there is more. Third, there are many battles you will have in life to overcome in order for peace to reign in your heart and mind. You will need to fight them dressed in the full armor of God. If you do, you will find victory over sin and trials, and then you will find peace in that area of life. Today, I proclaim peace for you, for as a believer, Christ is your peace!
~Dad
Micah 5:5a And he will be their peace.
I do not pretend to be a prophesy scholar not that spiritually wise to understand it all, especially without any study. This is just written with the limited knowledge I have.
This is typical prophetic writing. It appears to me to have many fulfillments. Certainly we can see Jesus in this passage. It also appears to talk about the return of Israel to the promised land, possibly before Christ, and I would think after as well. And usually prophesies have an end time ring to them as well.
The point I want to bring out of this passage is what comes when God's plan come to fruition, that is peace. Now, one must remember that in order for peace to manifest, there is usually a time of hardship and trial. Also, peace is for those on the side of the peacemaker. Yeah, we don't like that thought, but throughout the Bible we see clearly see both sides. David brought much peace to Israel, but much destruction on the Philistines. Thought the book of Judges, God raised up many who brought peace to Israel, but always at a cost, often to both sides. Jesus brought peace, yet even he had to suffer for it to come to us. And ultimately, when Christ returns, he will come to bring final lasting peace, yet he will come riding on a white horse, a sign of victory, waging war. One side loses the other wins.
What am I trying to say, K and A? First, you must be on the side of Jesus who is victorious in the final battle when he returns to defeat Satan and his minions. There, ultimate peace will be yours throughout eternity. Second, peace is possible now! An underlying calm and satisfaction, believing the promise that God has given us through Jesus... You are on the winning team. Jesus is our savior and his act of love and sacrifice brings us back into the right relationship with God which allows us on his team... the right to become children of God. And, just like most prophesies,there is more. Third, there are many battles you will have in life to overcome in order for peace to reign in your heart and mind. You will need to fight them dressed in the full armor of God. If you do, you will find victory over sin and trials, and then you will find peace in that area of life. Today, I proclaim peace for you, for as a believer, Christ is your peace!
~Dad
Monday, October 21, 2019
But You, Though Small, Micah 5:2
But You, Though Small
Micah 5:2 But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, though you are small among the clans of Judah, out of yo will come for me one who will be ruler over Israel, whose origins are from old, from ancient times.
How the people of Israel and the wise men who visited had a clue that this referred to Jesus is amazing to me. Apparently, they were much wiser than I, maybe you too. As with many of the prophesies, knowing what they mean at the time they were delivered can be difficult. Also, prophesies often have multiple fulfillments. They are not only for Israel but relate to Christ and the church. Sometimes, we use them to teach other lessons as well.
Though you are small... Small, here, can refer not only to size of the clan but its importance. Often in our lives, we do not feel very important. This is true for most people, even arrogant ones at times. We must remember that to God, we are important. We see this not only here in reference to Bethlehem, a small town in the small tribe of Judah, but we see it often throughout the Scriptures... Rahab, Gideon, Hanna, Ruth, and many more. God cares for everyone great and small.
K and A, God wants to use you in his kingdom. You are not a nobody. Certainly you have inadequacies, but God has a place for you. Now, I am not one that thinks that God has this perfect plan for you, well at least not for me. I have already messed that up if he did... What I am trying to say is that God is willing to use you in his kingdom work despite your past, despite your present, despite your current abilities, despite your lack of intelligence or courage to use what you know you have. God reaches out and cares for his children. He will develop you even when you do not know he is. He is preparing you for service for him. Now, it is true that you can slow or alter what he desires, but when you are a willing vessel, he will cause you to do great things. Out of you will come blessing that will be for all people... that he brings across your path and beyond. You, though small now, must be open and willing to serve your Lord, then he will use you to reach others for him.
~Dad
Micah 5:2 But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, though you are small among the clans of Judah, out of yo will come for me one who will be ruler over Israel, whose origins are from old, from ancient times.
How the people of Israel and the wise men who visited had a clue that this referred to Jesus is amazing to me. Apparently, they were much wiser than I, maybe you too. As with many of the prophesies, knowing what they mean at the time they were delivered can be difficult. Also, prophesies often have multiple fulfillments. They are not only for Israel but relate to Christ and the church. Sometimes, we use them to teach other lessons as well.
Though you are small... Small, here, can refer not only to size of the clan but its importance. Often in our lives, we do not feel very important. This is true for most people, even arrogant ones at times. We must remember that to God, we are important. We see this not only here in reference to Bethlehem, a small town in the small tribe of Judah, but we see it often throughout the Scriptures... Rahab, Gideon, Hanna, Ruth, and many more. God cares for everyone great and small.
K and A, God wants to use you in his kingdom. You are not a nobody. Certainly you have inadequacies, but God has a place for you. Now, I am not one that thinks that God has this perfect plan for you, well at least not for me. I have already messed that up if he did... What I am trying to say is that God is willing to use you in his kingdom work despite your past, despite your present, despite your current abilities, despite your lack of intelligence or courage to use what you know you have. God reaches out and cares for his children. He will develop you even when you do not know he is. He is preparing you for service for him. Now, it is true that you can slow or alter what he desires, but when you are a willing vessel, he will cause you to do great things. Out of you will come blessing that will be for all people... that he brings across your path and beyond. You, though small now, must be open and willing to serve your Lord, then he will use you to reach others for him.
~Dad
Monday, October 14, 2019
God Wants You Back, Micah 4:6-13
God Wants You Back
Micah 4:6 In that day, declares the Lord, I will gather the lame; I will assemble the exiles and those I have brought to grief.
The people of Judah were soon to be destroyed. Their sin against the Lord had become too great and judgement was coming. Much destruction awaited them. Suffering, heartache, and regret would be their lot. God had Micah forewarn them of the coming destruction yet in the midst of bad news was a sign of hope... God would not destroy all of them. He would gather those left and bring them back. Those captured and taken away, weak as they would be, would one day return!
Often, we can correlate what happened to the nation of Israel and Judah with the Christian walk. Yet, difficulties arise since one refers to a nation and the other to a person. Most of the people taken into captivity never returned to Jerusalem, but I still think we can find a correlation here. Despite being God's people, God will punish the sin that may come into our life as Christians. Like Judah, we will suffer for sinning against God and heartache and regret will set in. But, we must remember that God is using these hardships to bring us back to him, not just to punish the sin. He desires us to return to him, and when we do, he will raise us up that we may once again live with him!
K and A, God is slow to anger and abounding in love but he will not just look the other way if you sin. Yet in the midst of his anger, he still reaches out to draw you back to himself. Both he and I never want you to sin, but if you do Jesus is there as your advocate, the Spirit is there as your comforter, working on your behalf, calling you to return. The Father is willing to forgive, just reach out to him, he wants you back.
~Dad
Micah 4:6 In that day, declares the Lord, I will gather the lame; I will assemble the exiles and those I have brought to grief.
The people of Judah were soon to be destroyed. Their sin against the Lord had become too great and judgement was coming. Much destruction awaited them. Suffering, heartache, and regret would be their lot. God had Micah forewarn them of the coming destruction yet in the midst of bad news was a sign of hope... God would not destroy all of them. He would gather those left and bring them back. Those captured and taken away, weak as they would be, would one day return!
Often, we can correlate what happened to the nation of Israel and Judah with the Christian walk. Yet, difficulties arise since one refers to a nation and the other to a person. Most of the people taken into captivity never returned to Jerusalem, but I still think we can find a correlation here. Despite being God's people, God will punish the sin that may come into our life as Christians. Like Judah, we will suffer for sinning against God and heartache and regret will set in. But, we must remember that God is using these hardships to bring us back to him, not just to punish the sin. He desires us to return to him, and when we do, he will raise us up that we may once again live with him!
K and A, God is slow to anger and abounding in love but he will not just look the other way if you sin. Yet in the midst of his anger, he still reaches out to draw you back to himself. Both he and I never want you to sin, but if you do Jesus is there as your advocate, the Spirit is there as your comforter, working on your behalf, calling you to return. The Father is willing to forgive, just reach out to him, he wants you back.
~Dad
Friday, October 11, 2019
In That Day, Micah 4:6a
In That Day
Micah 4:6a In that day, declares the Lord,
In That Day... K and A, the Lord is not sitting idly by. He isn't just waiting for your life to run its course. No, he is actively involved in directing the lives of those who love and live for him. This is you! Be obedient to his calling and you will find that there are a lot of In That Days along your path of life. In that day you were born. In that day you desired the Lord. In that day you found salvation. In that day you graduated, went to college, got married, had many children, led someone to Christ, stood up against wrong, defeated a plaguing sin, got sanctified... and so much more until the great day when you meet your Savior -Jesus the Christ! Well done good and faithful servant, that's what you will hear In That Day!
~Dad
Micah 4:6a In that day, declares the Lord,
In That Day... K and A, the Lord is not sitting idly by. He isn't just waiting for your life to run its course. No, he is actively involved in directing the lives of those who love and live for him. This is you! Be obedient to his calling and you will find that there are a lot of In That Days along your path of life. In that day you were born. In that day you desired the Lord. In that day you found salvation. In that day you graduated, went to college, got married, had many children, led someone to Christ, stood up against wrong, defeated a plaguing sin, got sanctified... and so much more until the great day when you meet your Savior -Jesus the Christ! Well done good and faithful servant, that's what you will hear In That Day!
~Dad
Thursday, October 10, 2019
Come On Along, Micah 4:1-5
Come On Along
Micah 4:2b Come, let us go to the mountain of the lord, to the house of the God of Jacob.
While I was growing up, I remember Grandpa teach us a song in VBS. It was to the tune of John Jacob Jingle Heimerschidt sp. It went something like this (go ahead sing the words)... Come on along to Bible school, That's where I want to be, Whenever we go out, to the people we always shout, Come on along to Bible school. da da da da da da da da and repeat... It got those children all roused up!
What's the point of the song... VBS is where it's at. There you will find the teachings of the Lord for walking the paths of life (vs 2c). There you will find peace and contentment. You will learn how to get along and how to rest in the arms of God. There you will learn to trust the Lord and will desire to always be in step with God and his ways. You will want to be with him for ever and ever. (vs 3-5). This is true for SS, Church service, Revivals etc...
K and A, I hope you learned those things in Bible school. And I hope you are teaching those things in VBS and in Sunday School. It is a good thing to go to the house of the Lord. God first, His Church second! You may say, but I thought family was second... not true, daughters! You and your family need to put God first and His Church second... together. Family must not be separate from them. When you combine family and the things of God, you will find that same peace and contentment in your family. So, grab your family and others and sing... come on along!
~Dad
Micah 4:2b Come, let us go to the mountain of the lord, to the house of the God of Jacob.
While I was growing up, I remember Grandpa teach us a song in VBS. It was to the tune of John Jacob Jingle Heimerschidt sp. It went something like this (go ahead sing the words)... Come on along to Bible school, That's where I want to be, Whenever we go out, to the people we always shout, Come on along to Bible school. da da da da da da da da and repeat... It got those children all roused up!
What's the point of the song... VBS is where it's at. There you will find the teachings of the Lord for walking the paths of life (vs 2c). There you will find peace and contentment. You will learn how to get along and how to rest in the arms of God. There you will learn to trust the Lord and will desire to always be in step with God and his ways. You will want to be with him for ever and ever. (vs 3-5). This is true for SS, Church service, Revivals etc...
K and A, I hope you learned those things in Bible school. And I hope you are teaching those things in VBS and in Sunday School. It is a good thing to go to the house of the Lord. God first, His Church second! You may say, but I thought family was second... not true, daughters! You and your family need to put God first and His Church second... together. Family must not be separate from them. When you combine family and the things of God, you will find that same peace and contentment in your family. So, grab your family and others and sing... come on along!
~Dad
Wednesday, October 9, 2019
Too Late, Micah 3:1-12
Too Late
Micah 3:4 Then they will cry out to the Lord, but he will not answer them. At that time he will hide his face from them because of the evil they have done.
What a sad verse. God reached out time and time again to the people of Israel and Judah for the wrong they had done, but they would not repent. He sent them prophets, but many of them became corrupt as well. They would proclaim "the word of the lord"... if you gave them the right amount of money. They would proclaim good news and prosperity, for a price!
But now Judah's time to repent was past. Micah spoke the truth. He spoke the true Word of God. Through the power of the Holy Spirit, he gave them the bad news. God had enough! Their time of destruction was coming. It was too late now!
K and A, Repent for the day is at hand, for today is the day of Salvation! If you choose not to listen, you may miss out on the opportunity to repent (there is a verse for this that I can't find at the moment) But, if you do repent, God will bring times of refreshment, and you will again be filled with joy!
Daughters, if you are caught in a sin and know it, do not wait for someone to come and help you be restored. Run to God, he will purify you and put his Spirit in you to comfort and lift you, restoring you as his child!
~Dad
Daughters, if you are caught in a sin and know it, do not wait for someone to come and help you be restored. Run to God, he will purify you and put his Spirit in you to comfort and lift you, restoring you as his child!
~Dad
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