October 27, 2011 (Job 18; Psalm 114; Acts 27-28)
From the Life Journal of Adam Proux:
Scripture: “Therefore, keep up your courage, men, for I believe God that it will turn out exactly as I have been told.” Acts 27:25 NASB
Observation: Here the ones in charge found themselves in a mess because they didn’t listen to the man of God. Paul warned them the voyage was going to be with great damage and great loss, but the “majority” knew what was best. So they thought. When they come to realize the situation they were in, God used Paul once again to encourage them to listen to him. Paul said, “I believe God” and it all turned out just as God said. Imagine that!
Application: God often puts people in our lives to keep us from harm. He sends warnings and instruction that we often ignore. Sometimes the ones we feel are beneath us are the ones God sent to help us. This is why we should pay close attention to God and continually seek His Spirit to lead us. Our trust and security should be in God alone, for He is our provision and protection. Can you think of a time when God sent someone to warn you in an effort to save you, but you rejected the warning and suffered great loss?
Prayer: Lord thank You for Your mercy and grace You freely give to all who will receive it. Thank You for the warnings You’ve provided through other people that were sent to save me from harm and great loss. Forgive me for ignoring Your message and messengers. Help me to recognize them when You send them in the future. I praise You for deliverance and protection that You provide. I praise You for being my provision and hope in times of need. I love You Lord, in Jesus name, Amen.