Believing God to Do Amazing Things

Today is the 4th of July, Independence Day, in the U.S. Today we celebrate liberty and freedom which is so much a part of our heritage. As I reflect on the past and our founding fathers, I think about how they believed God. Everything to do with our country in the beginning was framed within a Christian world view. God has done amazing things in our country yet we are trying to remove Him, turn our backs on Him. As our heavenly Father, it must be so painful for Him. God is trustworthy and I pray we run back to Him in our country before it is too late.

This summer I have been doing a Beth Moore study "Believing God" and obviously it is impacting my filter on things. I have had a strong faith but am I sold out wholeheartedly in all areas of my life? I'm being challenged to let go of some things, allow Him to refine me more, trust Him more. In the study there are 5 Statements of Faith 1) God is who He says He is. 2) God can do what He says He can do. 3) I am who God says I am. (this is especially comforting when I get scared or feel I'm overwhelmed), 4) I can do all things through Christ, and 5) God's Word is alive and active in me. I believe God!

In the world today we are making some radical choices about our future and the enemy is sneaking in the back door through little compromises and we have to decide. Are we going to allow ourselves to give up the fight or be courageous even if it means persecution and isolation from people not wanting to "rock the boat?" As I think about this I am reminded that the "fear of man will prove to be a snare." Proverbs 29: 25. Also "to obey is better than sacrifice" 1 Samuel 15:22. So I want to be able to stand in front of my maker with a clear mind that I was true to Him and stood with Him to the end out of my love and respect for Him. I will not turn my back and hide or make excuses for things I know dishonor my dear Father. If we love Him we will obey Him. And if I mess up which I know I will I desire to be quick to say I'm sincerely sorry and ask for forgiveness from those I wrong and from Him.

This is true liberty and freedom and I crave it! I don't want any kind of bondage whether it is in my mind or environment. Please join me in prayer for our nation as we face many challenges in the coming years. God bless you all.