I have been thinking about war a lot lately and the effects that it has on us as individuals.
It is no secret to anyone that knows me how much I despise the war in the Middle East. Useless and frustrating. I have two nephews that have bravely served our country and I have seen friends struggle as their husbands endure multiple deployments. It just seems so senseless.
For the past few years, I have had a war of my own: a custody battle for my daughter. She will be turning 9 this weekend ... her joy and love astound me. I had been doing very well in our little war, but some other issues have cost me to lose the last battle. But as long as I continue to have breath in my lungs, I know that I won't be completely defeated. My daughter is worth every bit of this war.
I think God probably feels the same way. He loves us so very much that He is willing to do anything to win over our hearts. Just as I am not phased by my ex-husband's (less than ethical) attourney, God does not fear Satan.
God will win the war for our souls, and we shall rejoice Him for eternity. And one day, one beautiful day, I know my princess will come home to me for good.
In today's reading, we are introduced to the Four Horsemen, a group so infamous that even non-Christians are familiar with what their appearance will bring.
vs 2 ... The white horse of Victory
vs 4 ... The red horse of Battle
vs 5 ... The black horse of Famine
vs 8 ... The colorless horse of Death
The Four Horsemen are only the first part of the battle. We are introduced to the martyrs who died proclaiming their love for Christ. Then earthquakes, darkness and pandemonium. Everyone will be afraid and they will try to hide from God's wrath.
Scary ... but that is EXACTLY how passionately God loves us! He will bring the Heavens crashing down to the ground before we are able to acknowledge and embrace the extent of His Perfect Love for us. As for me and my battle ... well, let's just all be thankful I don't have God's power. All that matters is that the Princess knows I'm fighting for her and my love for her has no end.
It is no secret to anyone that knows me how much I despise the war in the Middle East. Useless and frustrating. I have two nephews that have bravely served our country and I have seen friends struggle as their husbands endure multiple deployments. It just seems so senseless.
For the past few years, I have had a war of my own: a custody battle for my daughter. She will be turning 9 this weekend ... her joy and love astound me. I had been doing very well in our little war, but some other issues have cost me to lose the last battle. But as long as I continue to have breath in my lungs, I know that I won't be completely defeated. My daughter is worth every bit of this war.
I think God probably feels the same way. He loves us so very much that He is willing to do anything to win over our hearts. Just as I am not phased by my ex-husband's (less than ethical) attourney, God does not fear Satan.
God will win the war for our souls, and we shall rejoice Him for eternity. And one day, one beautiful day, I know my princess will come home to me for good.
In today's reading, we are introduced to the Four Horsemen, a group so infamous that even non-Christians are familiar with what their appearance will bring.
vs 2 ... The white horse of Victory
vs 4 ... The red horse of Battle
vs 5 ... The black horse of Famine
vs 8 ... The colorless horse of Death
The Four Horsemen are only the first part of the battle. We are introduced to the martyrs who died proclaiming their love for Christ. Then earthquakes, darkness and pandemonium. Everyone will be afraid and they will try to hide from God's wrath.
Scary ... but that is EXACTLY how passionately God loves us! He will bring the Heavens crashing down to the ground before we are able to acknowledge and embrace the extent of His Perfect Love for us. As for me and my battle ... well, let's just all be thankful I don't have God's power. All that matters is that the Princess knows I'm fighting for her and my love for her has no end.
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