Devotionals

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Stand firm in the place
the Lord has decreed,
Is appointed unto you,
to prosper and succeed.
Wait on Him patiently,
for He is the creator,
Who forms your will,
this noble vindicator.
Cry unto Him candidly,
define every necessity.
He will respond exactly
for He is full of piety.
Be content and gratified,
He lovingly holds you
Gently in unfailing palms,
eager to see you through.

Adrienne Gallagher Dominici 01/23/04

So the people of Israel settled in the land of Goshen in Egypt, and before long, they began to prosper there and the population grew rapidly. Genesis 47:27

Ever been placed in a position that you were uncomfortable in? Maybe a new job, perhaps at a gathering of new acquaintances or at a meeting of total strangers. It feels sort of funny, everything is uncertain, things seem way too tentative and sometimes out of control. Think back, did you stick it out, did you stay the course, did you finish the task? Were you successful? Probably so, in most case the answer is a resounding yes. The benefits of the struggle were probably quite good. New job brought better pay, more opportunities to ascend the corporate ladder? New acquaintances brought ability to network or maybe event began a relationship that blossomed into a friendship. The meeting with the total strangers, well that one is froth with all kinds of positive possibilities. See what I mean, remaining steadfast particularly if God has planted you, is a very good thing. Wondering whether God has planted you or if you stumbled into the position by Satan’s snare? Well, study the Word. You will know by the fruit of the experience. God fosters goodness, Satan fosters deceit and lies. If you know the Word, you can tell the difference. Even if you become confused, scripture tells of that we have places to turn for the clear answer. Stay connected to the body, you will always find a clarification there. Remember, bloom where God has planted you and the fruit of the experience will be delectable.

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