Fear,
Inspiration & Haiti
I woke up partially and tried to shake off this new chill that has invaded my home this winter. Preparing to head out for the day, I tuned in reluctantly to the news. "Earthquake in Haiti" is spelled out and running along the bottom continuously. Images of a devastated Port-Au-Prince, Haiti and an its people ran across the screen.
At first glance, I prayed "Lord, have mercy!" It was like an involuntary movement. The words rolled into airspace and became audible. Simultaneously, in my mind, I continued to pray for those involved, and the images continued to splash.
The reporter states,'There are more buildings down than standing'. She adds that the infrastructure is not set up to handle such an event as this. More prayer for the people and their families follow.
Earthquakes. Unpredictable. Paralyzing. Devastating.
But friends, take heart, and be not afraid. Praise God throughout this time.
It's difficult to not recognize how fragile life is. It's even more difficult not to realize the power of God, how He makes us resilient, and how we are not powerless in spite of our circumstances!
In the midst of the images of destruction, the reporter cut over to the phone line where an upbeat voice awaits. It was the voice of a father whose daughter was trapped in rubble in Haiti. His voice depicted a man who was almost smiling on the other end. His tone was so unusually cheerful until the reporter commented on it, as well. 'You sound mighty upbeat this morning' or something to that effect, she says.
The father goes on to explain how his daughter was a missionary that fell in love the people of Haiti. She was trapped in the rubble and called from her cell phone to alert rescue workers. Just a day after she was freed, she pushed to get back and help on the ground. Talk about resilience!
She prayed and pushed to give back. I was then reminded how we are so quick to give up when adversity faces us. Be it a minute, or even a mere second, we throw up our hands.
Lord, have mercy. This young lady realized that she could not be paralyzed by fear.
Through her love for Christ, she grabbed hold to power. Through her love for Christ, she found a love for the people and was determined to help. Through her love for Christ, she maintained a sound mind and strives to make a difference. She's inspired me and doesn't even know it.
For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
2 Timothy 1:7 KJV.
Power, love and sound mind. These are the things that the Lord has equipped His people with. A spirit of power, love, and sound mind is a triple threat to fear. By trusting and praising God through the circumstance, we become empowered! God's sovereignty is beyond measure.
His Witness family, let's continue to pray for the spirit of power, love, and of a sound mind and the people of Haiti, their family, and their entirety. Trusting God enough to take the victims to Him in prayer is the first line of defense. Get involved, donate, and see what we can do to help. Contact the Red Cross of your area and see what they need from you.
Somewhere in the 23 degree weather, I'm determined to press on, shake off the cold, and praise Him now for the victory!
Because it's not about us and all about Him, be blessed & be His witness!
www.HisWitnessScents.com
I woke up partially and tried to shake off this new chill that has invaded my home this winter. Preparing to head out for the day, I tuned in reluctantly to the news. "Earthquake in Haiti" is spelled out and running along the bottom continuously. Images of a devastated Port-Au-Prince, Haiti and an its people ran across the screen.
At first glance, I prayed "Lord, have mercy!" It was like an involuntary movement. The words rolled into airspace and became audible. Simultaneously, in my mind, I continued to pray for those involved, and the images continued to splash.
The reporter states,'There are more buildings down than standing'. She adds that the infrastructure is not set up to handle such an event as this. More prayer for the people and their families follow.
Earthquakes. Unpredictable. Paralyzing. Devastating.
But friends, take heart, and be not afraid. Praise God throughout this time.
It's difficult to not recognize how fragile life is. It's even more difficult not to realize the power of God, how He makes us resilient, and how we are not powerless in spite of our circumstances!
In the midst of the images of destruction, the reporter cut over to the phone line where an upbeat voice awaits. It was the voice of a father whose daughter was trapped in rubble in Haiti. His voice depicted a man who was almost smiling on the other end. His tone was so unusually cheerful until the reporter commented on it, as well. 'You sound mighty upbeat this morning' or something to that effect, she says.
The father goes on to explain how his daughter was a missionary that fell in love the people of Haiti. She was trapped in the rubble and called from her cell phone to alert rescue workers. Just a day after she was freed, she pushed to get back and help on the ground. Talk about resilience!
She prayed and pushed to give back. I was then reminded how we are so quick to give up when adversity faces us. Be it a minute, or even a mere second, we throw up our hands.
Lord, have mercy. This young lady realized that she could not be paralyzed by fear.
Through her love for Christ, she grabbed hold to power. Through her love for Christ, she found a love for the people and was determined to help. Through her love for Christ, she maintained a sound mind and strives to make a difference. She's inspired me and doesn't even know it.
For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
2 Timothy 1:7 KJV.
Power, love and sound mind. These are the things that the Lord has equipped His people with. A spirit of power, love, and sound mind is a triple threat to fear. By trusting and praising God through the circumstance, we become empowered! God's sovereignty is beyond measure.
His Witness family, let's continue to pray for the spirit of power, love, and of a sound mind and the people of Haiti, their family, and their entirety. Trusting God enough to take the victims to Him in prayer is the first line of defense. Get involved, donate, and see what we can do to help. Contact the Red Cross of your area and see what they need from you.
Somewhere in the 23 degree weather, I'm determined to press on, shake off the cold, and praise Him now for the victory!
Because it's not about us and all about Him, be blessed & be His witness!
www.HisWitnessScents.com
Labels: Fear, Haiti, Inspiration