God Is Close, But His Presence Is Omnipresent!

This morning our volunteers who come in and staff the prayer lines were unusually fired up as they arrived. Some of them had been on a mission trip out of the country and had just returned this week. They were well received and greatly used of God as the Gospel was received by many. They were especially impressed with night services to hear the old hymns of the faith sung out loud and strong, although not in a language they were used to. A subtle reminder to us all that God is omnipresent.

In spite of the bad choices we may be making as a nation I still believe that God’s protective hand is on us. I also believe we will be held accountable for our tremendous resources balanced against the many times we remain silent to share the gospel. Yet, what a blessing to be reminded that we don’t have exclusive use on God. He is ready to touch and honor His promises regardless of the language being spoken.

It is easy to get frustrated by “things” that go on in our day to day life. Let’s keep our hearts and minds focused on our God and the power of the gospel. Scott, one of the volunteers who just returned, shared that he and another man was trying to speak with a couple who wanted nothing to do with foreigners. However, in the hall way was a young woman who was ready and willing to hear about Christ. When the couple’s door closed in their face the young woman came over and asked to know about the gospel. Literally sometimes we face a closed door. We do well when we look around for those who are hungering for the gospel. Oh, and yes, she did accept Christ as Savior!

Our God remains as close as our hearts while still touching lives around the world. Thank you Lord.

Copyright 2010 © Charles Lyons

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