He knows!!

Lord, You know our need! Nothing that concerns Your creation is outside of Your notice or control. We are thankful for that and trust You always know best!

You also know that it is difficult for us to keep a joyful perspective when people around us are hurting. Right now, there is a major fire in Bastrop, TX. It is an hour from our home. The fire has destroyed 785 homes and burned over 33,000 acres. It's only 30% contained. At this point we are praying that the weather will stay in our favor so that our brave firemen can get it under control.

For now, I am holding onto this truth... "I will send down rain at the right time. There will be showers of blessing." Ezekiel 34:26

We are praying for those that have fallen victim to the fire's devastation, but also taking time to count our blessings. It's amazing how fast you can lose everything! It is true that the only thing that really matters is people. Lives can be saved, but anything else can vanish in an instant. It is a good reminder to be careful what we hold tight to. Teach us, Father, to be thankful for the things we have and to remember that everything belongs to You. Thank You for being our provider and protector! With You, we lack nothing!

Deuteronomy 2:7 - "For the Lord your God has blessed you in all the work of your hand. He knows your trudging through the great wilderness. These forty years the Lord your God has been with you; you have lacked nothing."
Nahum 1:7 - "The Lord is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble; and He knows those who trust in Him."

Find Joy in Him, Beloved!