Word for the day "Are you struggling with God"
Genesis 32:24 (ESV) And Jacob was left alone. And a man wrestled with him until the breaking of the day. 25 When the man saw that he did not prevail against Jacob, he touched his hip socket, and Jacob's hip was put out of joint as he wrestled with him.Have you ever read a story in the Bible about Jacob wrestling with God, and as a result, God touched Jacob's hip resulting in Jacob walking the rest of his days with a limp. The interesting thing about the story of Jacob, we all have a similar story of wrestling and struggling with the Lord if the truth is told. Are you struggling with the Lord?Can you see the times you have wrestled with God? What's your limp? Do you have a scar or a wound that you have hidden from the world? Note that God gave Jacob a limp. Unlike a scar or a wound, you can't hide a limp. It shows whenever you get up and move around. I think the Lord wanted Jacob to limp with honor. It was his battle scar. What's your battle scar? Have you accepted them for what they are and for the person they have made you? Have you allowed the pain of your wrestling with God in your life to grow you into a better, more compassionate person? Let God unfold more of His glory and grace and love in your life. Would you have it any other way?Point to ponder- Whatever your limp or scar is, walk with it and don't deny it. It is who you are, and the Lord is transforming you into a masterpiece. You are who you are because of your painful past. God accepts you right where you are, limp, scar, pain and all. In this Lenten season you can embrace your struggle with the Lord and be transformed. Have a marvelous weekend!!Our Leadership team is especially thankful for those of you who provided financial donations and support in the month of March 2016 by partnering with us in efforts to advance the kingdom of God in this 21st century season: Special thanks to Mr. William Wilson, Mr. Dominique Gatling, and Ms. Gertrude Scott. Why don't you take the opportunity to write us on our blog and let us know how we are doing in serving you Great people, we'd love to hear from you!Follow me on Twitter @Elder James Baker, as I endeavor to encourage and empower leaders of today and tomorrow!Kingdom Blessings,Pastor James Baker, Jr.Thank you for using the Word Cup devotionals brought to you through Grace and Truth Leadership on (Word press). We are a faith-based, donor-supported ministry. If you have been touched by these daily devotionals, and would like to make a monthly pledge or a special gift of any amount, please use the link below to give as the Lord leads. Thank you so much!http://www.graceandtruthleadership.org/#!donate/vv9e2