Christian Devotionals and Scripture Applied to Everyday Life

The other day as I was coming in from the barn I saw a dead sparrow lying in the grass.  I do not know whether it fell from a tree or if Crystal, the cat, got it, but it made me think of this verse. Jesus was talking to His disciples, preparing them for a life of service.  He was sending them out into a hostile world to speak the truth, and He knew that they would not always be treated kindly. He did not want them to be afraid, so He reminded them that even the smallest sparrow does not fall to the ground without God's knowing and allowing it to happen.

When we are trying to follow God there are often times when we have no idea what to do. God's Word gives us principles about many different things, but often in a specific situation we may not know what our next action should be. Over the years I have come against different circumstances in which I have felt lacking in wisdom about how to proceed.

I am very tired today. I awakened in the middle of the night and could not go back to sleep. It is the most frustrating feeling to lie awake thinking of all the things that need to be done and wondering how you will have the energy to carry on. As usual I fell back into a deep sleep just when it was almost time for the alarm to come on. Bummer! This kind of day happens to everyone once in a while, but unfortunately it seems to be a habit with me.

I am going to admit it. After having all five of my children I had put on some unwanted weight. I tried and tried to get rid of it on my own, but it was not going very well. After trying many different tactics I gave in and paid the money to join Weight Watchers. I faithfully went to the meetings, paid my money, and kept track of everything I ate. Slowly, but surely, the pounds melted away and I felt free of the extra load I had been carrying.

It was 10:18 PM. Everyone was asleep when Uncle Chuck called to talk. I went out onto our side porch and settled into my new Cracker Barrel rocker to catch up on life. After we hung up I remained on the porch to think and pray. The cool breeze caressed my skin as I breathed in the fresh air. Bright pinpoints of light shone in the clear sky giving a sense of peace.

I am the kind of person who develops great expectations. I have done this all my life. I have big dreams about how things should be but those dreams are often dashed when things do not turn out as I expected.