13 Aug, 2010
New Beginnings
For many back to school means new beginnings. In our house this year, it means new schools for all three of our children. Our oldest son heads into high school, our daughter begins middle school, and our youngest begins a new elementary school due to the closing of his school this summer. As they headed off into their first day this week, we shared today's God's Story Scripture with them. Hopefully, it will bring some encouragement to you as well.
Deuteronomy 31:6 (The Message)
6 "Be strong. Take courage. Don't be intimidated. Don't give them a second thought because God, your God, is striding ahead of you. He's right there with you. He won't let you down; he won't leave you."
What does today's God's Story Scripture teach us about courage?6 "Be strong. Take courage. Don't be intimidated. Don't give them a second thought because God, your God, is striding ahead of you. He's right there with you. He won't let you down; he won't leave you."
Courage, as defined by Webster, is "mental or moral strength to venture, persevere, and withstand danger, fear, or difficulty." For many, starting a new season of life can be difficult. And that requires courage. But where do you find that courage? Today's God's Story scripture reminds us that it is God, our God, in Whom we should trust. Just look at the qualities of God that today's verse points out.
- "God, your God" - He is personal and wants to be involved in your life.
- "striding ahead of you" - He is out in front of you, preparing the way for the plans He has for you.
- "He's right there with you" - God is always present.
- "He won't let you down, he won't leave you" - In the midst of a society that constatly sees people abandoned, God will always be faithful. He will never leave us.
How can I connect Today's Story and today's God's Story scripture to my life?
- Are you back in school, or getting ready to start a new year? Take some time this weekend to commit today's scripture to memory.
- Thank God His personal involvement in your life.
- Thank God for striding ahead of you, into this new school year.
- Thank God for is consistent presence in your life.
- Thank God for his faithfulness and for never leaving you.
How can I connect Today's Story, My Story, and God's Story to Others?
- Do you have a friend who is struggling with courage? En-courage them today by sharing today's scripture with them.
- Do you have a friend or family member starting a new season of life in school this year? Talk with them about God's desire to be personally involved and present in their life.
- Do you have a friend who feels alone and abandoned? Talk with them about your God, who will never let them down or leave them.
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