Due to an avalanche of unfavorable publicity concerning various televangelists I once had confidence in, I found myself in a sad, sad state of depression recently! I was so upset that I threw out more than 15 videos of their teaching and ministries. I snapped out of the depression, however, when I decided that I would keep my eyes fixed on Jesus, and Jesus only as admonished in Hebrews 12:2: Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith.
Do you remember the story of the Children of Israel when they left Egypt headed for the Promised Land after the ten plagues when the last plague caused the oldest child in each family to die? They came up to the Red Sea and wondered how they ever could cross it and then discovered that the Egyptians were pursuing them from behind. Now, I ask you, which direction would you have looked had you been in that group? Forwards of backwards? The Red Sea's in front of you, and the enemy is behind you! What a dilemma! Thank God, He told Moses -- in so many words, that is -- "Go forth. I will take care of the enemy!
So it is today. We can put our troubles, our problems, our worries, yes, even our depression behind us and let the Lord take care of each situation no matter what is involved!
Which direction are you looking -- forwards or backwards? Your only safety is to keep your eyes upon Jesus. He's the only One Who will never fail you!
Preacher's Kid
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