GOD'S WORD


28 And the Lord opened the mouth of the ass, and she said unto Balaam, What have I done unto thee, that thou hast smitten me

 these three times? 29 And Balaam said unto the ass, Because thou hast mocked me: I would there were a sword in mine hand, for

 now would I kill thee. 30 And the ass said unto Balaam, Am not I thine ass, upon which thou hast ridden ever since I was thine

 unto this day? was I ever wont to do so unto thee? and he said, Nay.


- Numbers 22:28-30 KJV













▬ The Power of God and the Donkey ▬

December 21, 2023

 
 
Good morning, Brothers and Sisters! I’ve got a powerful story to share with you this morning. When I was a young boy, my friend Kenny whose grandfather used to take us to their family’s farm. On the farm, he had some of the most amazing animals I’d ever seen. He had horses, cows, pigs, and of course, donkeys. Now, although donkeys can be stubborn and difficult to manage, his grandfather was a master of the art. One day, I asked him how he got them to do his bidding. With a twinkle in his eye, he said “I just give them love and lead them with faith.”
 


This story brings to today’s devotional about the power of God and the donkey. It’s an analogy about how God leads us through life. Just like a donkey, our journey in life can be filled with challenges and obstacles. But with faith and trust in God, we can overcome these obstacles and find our way.

The first key idea is to trust in the Lord. As the Bible says in Proverbs 3:5-6 “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.” Just like Kenny's grandfather led the donkeys with faith, so too can we trust in God to lead us through life’s struggles.

The second key idea is to be patient with God’s plan. We can’t always predict when or how God will lead us out of our struggles, but we must remain patient and steadfast in our faith. As Hebrews 6:12 says “Be not slothful, but followers of them who through faith and patience inherit the promises.” Just as Kenny's grandfather was patient with the donkeys, so too must we be patient with God’s plan for our lives.

The third key idea is to take action. We can’t rely on faith alone; we must take action to realize our dreams. As James 2:17 says “Faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead.” Just like Kenny's grandfather took action to lead the donkeys, we must take action to realize our dreams and live God’s plan for us.

Brothers and Sisters this morning, I encourage you to trust in the Lord, be patient with God’s plan, and take action to realize your dreams. With faith and trust in God, you can help lead your own life’s journey like a donkey follows its master. So let us go forth today with faith and trust in the Lord! Amen.

 



 
 
 


 Lord, I thank You for the gift of this new day. I pray that You would help me to live it in a way that is pleasing to You. I pray that You would help me to be loving, kind, and compassionate to others. I pray that You would help me to be a good witness for You in the world.

I pray for my brothers and sisters. I pray that You would bless them and keep them. I pray that You would help them to grow in their faith and love for You. I pray that You would use them to make a difference in the world.

I pray for me. I pray that You would give me wisdom and strength as I lead my followers. I pray that You would help me to preach Your Word faithfully. I pray that You would use me to bring people to You.

I pray for my friends and family. I pray that You would bless them and keep them. I pray that You would help them to grow in their faith and love for You. I pray that You would use them to make a difference in the world.

I pray for myself. I pray that You would help me to grow in my faith and love for You. I pray that You would help me to be a good witness for You in the world. I pray that You would use me to make a difference in the world. In the name of our Lord and savor Jesus Christ, Amen 

 
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