January 20, 2010
Matthew 14
Pastor Derek Floyd
John the Baptist was called to prepare the way of the Lord. He was also sentenced to prison and put to death by a tyrannical king.
What do you do when you’ve served with full commitment, but now you’re struggling through life-altering circumstances?
When Jesus heard the news of John’s death, he went out on a boat to be alone and grieve. Yet the crowds followed, and He had compassion on them. He fed the multitudes, and all were healed that touched the hem of His garment. The tragedy of John’s death mobilized Him for great ministry.
I believe that there is victory and power awaiting us if, through faith and unyielding prayer, we allow God to use our circumstances for His glory.
Let God strengthen your resolve and position you to walk in His favor. Like Peter, may we step out of the boat and experience miracles like we have never known before.
Derek Floyd facilitates corporate worship in collaboration with musicians in our bands, vocal praise teams and Worship Choir.
How true our difficult circumstances can be used to glorify God! I have lived it and have seen it in others that are faithful to our Lord.
ReplyDeleteI never thought about Jesus using John's death as a motivation/ mobilization for His ministry. I love the way the Lord continues to teach us life applications if we will only become or stay involved with the Word.
Yes Lord, Yes Lord...YES YES LORD!!!
ReplyDeleteI too am in the midst of the storm and although I am on rough waters with gale force winds and salty water may be splashed upon my eyes from the crashing waves, I will not falter, I chose to keep my eyes fixed on Christ, Jesus.
I pray that the Lord strengthen each and every one of his children and give us the wisdom and courage to do whatever it takes to glorify His name and to remember that this world holds nothing for us.
"Many are the allictions of the righteous, But the Lord delivers him out of them all" -Psalm 34:19 NKJ
As always, Thank you for your encouragement Pastor D
Humbly Submitted,
Tori