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And So It Was
by PamFord Davis God's word speaks directly to each of us. The problem arises when we fail to listen. When hearing some sermons, I have felt that some were meant just for me. At other times, I've had a strong impression that particular messages were for someone I knew. If a scripture passage contains prophecy, we trust God to hit his target. The Psalmist was directed by the Holy Spirit. As I read this passage, I thought of Apostle Paul's conversion and calling "Let Your mercies come also to me, O Lord Your salvation according to Your word. So shall I have an answer for him who reproaches me, For I trust in Your word. And take not the word of truth utterly out of my mouth, For I have hoped in Your ordinances. So shall I keep Your law continually, Forever and ever. And I will walk at liberty, For I seek Your precepts. I will speak of Your testimonies also before kings, And will not be ashamed. [*emphasis mine] And I will delight myself in Your commandments, Which I love. My hands also I will lift up to Your commandments, Which I love, And I will meditate on Your statutes (Psalm 119:41-48 NKJV)." And so it was "But the Lord said to him, 'Go, for he is a chosen vessel of Mine to bear My name before Gentiles, kings, and the children of Israel (Acts 9:15 NKJV)." Published articles in Mature Living Magazine, Devotions for the Deaf, The Secret Place, Coosa Journal, Mary Hollingsworth's The One Year Devotional of Joy and Laughter, Jo Krueger's Every Day in God's Word. http://www.pamforddavis.com http://www.faithwriters.com/member-profile.php? Article Source: http://www.faithwriters.com |