“Blessed are the people who know how to praise you. They walk in the light of your presence, O LORD.”—Psalm 89:15 (GW)
I know some people may be upset with the midterm election results. While they may not be what I desired, it wasn’t surprising to me, nor was it to God. He allowed it. Last week’s post, Called to Live in Peace, was laid on my heart to write, because God already knew what was going to happen.
God’s faithfulness doesn’t rise or fall with any political outcomes. He brought Romans 8:28 to my mind last week as a reminder that He DOES work in ALL things for the good of those who love Him. I direct my attention on what is true; God still reigns and His purposes aren’t going to be thwarted by an election.
No matter who is in office, nothing is going to get in God’s way for His plans. No leader or policy is going to fix the root of our country’s problems. We need a revival. The chaos of our world is caused by people in desperate need of hope…Jesus.
Even though Texas may have shifted from red to blue, my call to walk faithfully with Jesus hasn’t changed. We are stilled called to be to ambassadors for Christ sharing the love of Jesus with the lost and broken.
Rather than dwell on the outcome, I focus on the fact that no matter what happens in this life, I give thanks for my guaranteed heavenly inheritance. This is the biggest reason to rejoice and be grateful. What a gift to know we have eternal security with Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior.
Gratefulness can fill your heart with joy even when you don’t feel it. We have reason to give praise for the light of God’s presence is shining upon us. Gratitude increases our awareness of all the many, many, blessings He provides.
The blessed people are not those whose candidate won, but those who recognize the King’s voice above the noise of the world. While our culture may appear darker, we continue to walk in the light of His presence, letting God guide our steps. We keep walking with our eyes fixed on the One who never changes. Our hope rests in a kingdom that cannot be shaken.
Father God,
When results disappoint us in life, let our thanksgiving be louder than any frustrations. Keep us walking in Your Light knowing You remain King on the throne. Your favor does not leave the faithful. Continue to transform me into the image of Your Son. I pray for more people to place their faith in Jesus. May I serve, honor, and glorify You in all I do this week. I pray these things in Your Precious Son’s name, Jesus. Amen.
November Verse
“And let the peace that comes from Christ rule in your hearts. For as members of one body you are called to live in peace. And always be thankful.”—Colossians 3:15 (NLT)
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