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I would also appreciate prayer for my sinus infection, which is on the road to recovery, but not gone completely.
Thanks,
Trish
Albert Schweitzer

Thanks for posting this thread on the PA board, Trish. I forgot it existed!
Blessings, Jill
WLS 5/31/07. Maintaining a weight loss of 141 pounds and feeling amazing!
Glad you are feeling better.
Hugs,
Trish
Albert Schweitzer

February 9
A Life of Peace
Isaiah 26:2-4
Today's meditation, taken from In Touch Ministries, is about relying and trusting on the Lord during times of trouble.
2 "Open the gates, that the righteous nation may enter, The one that remains faithful. 3 "The steadfast of mind You will keep in perfect peace, Because he trusts in You. 4 "Trust in the LORD forever, For in GOD the LORD, we have an everlasting Rock.
Scripture says that God will keep me in perfect peace because I trust in Him. It says we have an everlasting Rock. I used to have a rock collection, and studied Geology in college. Rocks are hard, and take extreme measures to wear down, or degrade. Scripture says that the Lord is everlasting as a Rock. Everlasting, forever and ever.
I must confess that I fail to keep the lines of communication open between the Lord and myself, and because of that, my faith fails at times. I will say that I used to get panic attacks and anxiety attacks all the time, but as I have grown in the Lord, and experienced His faithfulness, I have developed a sense of peace more and more. Experiencing His faithfulness in the past has allowed me to know that He is my Rock for sure.
I know that I must deepen my prayer life, and improve my consistency in reading my scriptures. The more I read His Word and pray, the stronger my faith is during times of stress and trouble. I can't predict when or where stress happens, but I can ensure my mind is set on the Lord's faithfulness when it happens.
Have a good day, and focus on the Lord.
Hugs,
Trish
Albert Schweitzer

You are so right Trish, God can use the worst of us, in fact He can use us the most. It's easy to follow when you are raised that way but folks like us who came to God the hard way are awesome examples for Him. We show others who have gone astray that He was there for us and He'll be there for them too. I'm just so thankful He turned my life around, thank you Lord!
February 4
The Effectiveness of God's Way
Exodus 3:1-22
Our past failures never prevent God's willingness or ability to use us. In fact, our weakness is a great opportunity for the display of His glory. In our own strength, we are totally ineffective. But when we submit to the Lord's authority, we can experience His victory in whatever He calls us to do.
Did you ever wonder if you totally screwed up, and ruined your chances at being used by God? I know I have, many times. Even as a believer, I have done some pretty awful stuff, and hated myself for being so wicked. Yet, I am comforted to know that God can use my gifts and talents to glorify Him throughout the rest of my life.
Trish
Albert Schweitzer

I know what you mean about being under attack. I am also under attack, with a sinus infection and an infected toe.
I am happy to help out with the devotions. Maybe that is why I am also under more physical attack as well.
I will also admit that I have been struggling more with depression, which I guess the enemy wants more too.
Hang in there.
Hugs,
Trish
Albert Schweitzer
