The past week or two, I have had a chance to share the testimony of God's grace, provision and comfort in my life of late. Many of you have a clue on the hardships I have faced over the years, while others may not. Someday, I'll write a book or something. :)
And I am very thankful that those listening have been encouraged by my sharing (so they say anyhow ;)), something else that has hit me strongly is that AS I share, I am able to truly look back on those dark moments in life (deaths of loved ones, illnesses, injuries, satanic attack, etc.), and can see God's hand clearly on those situations...and how He has brought me through them with grace, mercy and love, even if I couldn't see it at the time.
I guess my challenge to you would be a two-fold one this week. 1) Take the time to share your testimony with others--Christians and non-Christians alike. God is honored and receives GLORY through our sharing about His greatness, love and mercy, and others are encouraged! 2) Take some time to write down a history of God's provision, love, mercy, kindness, goodness, etc. in YOUR OWN LIFE. All throughout the Bible, we see the authors reminding themselves and repeating the things that God has done in their lives, and in the lives of those around them. Each time they do this, they rejoice! And, it helps to keep them close to God and focused on Him and His glory.
