Gems for the Week
December 6 - 7
"For the eyes of the Lord are over the righteous, and His ears
are open unto their prayers." (1 Peter 3:12)
The Lord always hears our prayers, but He does not always say, "Yes!" Sometimes He says, "Wait." Sometimes He says, "No," for He has something better for us. But -
God's delays are not denials, He has heard your prayer;
He knows all about your trials, knows your every care.
God's delays are not denials, help is on the way;
He is watching o'er life's dials, bringing forth the day.
God's delays are not denials, you will find Him true,
Working through the darkest trials, what is best for you. (Selected)
N.J. Hiebert # 3179
"Your Father knoweth what things ye have need of, before ye ask Him."
(Matthew 6:8)
"If the outlook be dark, try the uplook."
Circumstances may be perplexing. The path may be filled with apparently insurmountable difficulties. The future may be dark with threatening clouds. At such hours, "Try the uplook."
Your Father knows what things ye have need of. His wisdom and power and love are all exerted on your behalf. He makes "all things work together for good" to them that love Him. He knows the end from the beginning. And He cares for you. He is more concerned for your true welfare than you are, and He who shapes the courses of the stars will shape circumstances for the blessing of His child.
"He knows, He love, He cares.
Nothing this truth can dim;
He does the very best for those
Who leave the choice with Him."
Seek His glory in everything. Leave the future in his hands. And "If the outlook be dark, try the uplook." (Selected)
N.J. Hiebert # 3180
