In the quiet moments spent within the pages of the Bible, lies the sacred space where God whispers the deeper truths of our existence. Where each verse read and meditated upon becomes a bridge over which God communicates to us for our personal paths
In a world that often seeks quick answers and black-and-white solutions, the Bible is an invitation for us to a dig deeper and seek him for a more intimate relationship with him
One of the ways that i know the bible is true is the way it diagnosis my sin, i am often reading through a passage, this was written 3000 yrs ago and yet it perfectly diagnosis the state of the sin in my heart
the only way that can happen is if the creator was the author of my book. the bible is describing who we are and what we are. The bible tells us why we are here, where we are going and why it matters
The books of 1 and 2 Samuel, the narratives of the reign and fall of Kings Saul and the reign of King David, has had a deep impact on me.
How is it possible for the narratives in these two books to closely mirror the complexities of my own family’s conflicts? As I turn the pages, I find not only ancient stories, but a mirror revealing the complex interplay of relationships and challenges that echo with my personal experiences.
Observing the contrast between King Saul’s persistent disobedience to the Lord, resulting in the loss of his kingdom and King David, who despite his own disobediences, repeatedly sought forgiveness and tried to align his actions with God’s will.
1 Samuel 13:14 – “But now your kingdom shall not continue; the Lord has sought out a man after his own heart, and the Lord has commanded him to be prince over his people, because you have not kept what the Lord commanded you.
Acts 13:22 – “And when he had removed him, he raised up David to be their king, of whom he testified and said, ‘I have found in David the son of Jesse a man after my heart, who will do all my will.
After learning about King Saul and his persistent disobedience to the Lord which resulted in losing his kingdom, I could not help but to break down and cry. King Saul had several significant opportunities to seek God’s guidance and demonstrate faithfulness, to align his heart with God’s will and to follow in obedience and he choose not to
This deeply impacted me, striking right at the center of my own heart. I, too, had numerous significant opportunities to align my heart with the Lord’s will and follow in obedience and I also chose not to nor did my family as well, leading to the downfall of our own kingdom; my family was torn apart by the sins within our hearts.
The story of King David brought me peace, comfort and hope.
Indeed, there were moments when King David struggled with the sins of his heart and the consequences of his actions. It was the recognizing of his sins and moving through conviction, confession, and repentance that lead to the blessings that God had in store for him.
David’s life serves as an example that human beings cannot control every aspect of their lives but can find strength and guidance by trusting the Lord. His story is a testament to the ups and downs of human existence and the peace that can come from faith and surrender to God’s will.
This is how God speaks directly into our lives……by the stories of bible
Recognizing my own sins though King Saul and King David’s lives and moving me through
conviction, confession, and repentance which lead to:
The Greatest Blessings That God Had in Store Me……
Not Just Knowing the Lord but…….An Intimate Relationship with the Lord
I view my family separation not as a misfortune but as a hidden blessing
How the Lord aligned everything flawlessly, placing me at the heart of a storm
compelling me to reach out to Him in my deepest desperation
Through Saul’s tragic downfall and David’s heartfelt repentance, we are reminded of the significant lessons in humility, obedience, and the pursuit of a heart aligned with God’s will. These stories encourage us to listen closely to God’s voice in our own lives, as He still speaks to us through His Word, guiding, correcting, and comforting us along our journey.
Join me on my journey paved by God’s guidance – I invite you to join me and find inspiration in the remarkable ways God moves in our lives (echosofmyfootsteps.com)
