Devotions:God’s Word Directs

God’s word within us is a guiding and teaching medium that is ever
reminding us and prompting us with God’s direction.

It happened for me when I was planning to move from Sydney to Newcastle as a single parent with the care of six children.
Discussing the move with my father-in-law, I said, “You must visit us when we move.” and he replied, “I will.”

Pleased, I commented, “You can live with us if you like.” and Pa immediately
responded, “I would like.”

Well, then arose the problem of buying a house for eight people with my limited finances.
It seemed too difficult so I planned to explain to Pa.
I knew he would understand
However, I kept recalling the scripture, He who puts his hand to the plough and turns back is not fit for the kingdom of God.
I knew God wanted me to share with Pa the house that I could afford.
So I announced my plan. We would do it; in spite of the squeeze.

Then…..Pa also made a decision.
He decided to sell his Sydney home and help with extending the new home.
And so he did.
By this, we were together and greatly blessed.
But first I had to heed God’s word and act on it.

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