http://vancouver.24hrs.ca/News/local/2012/06/12/19867616.html
This whale was washed ashore a few days ago in
BC (Canada). God brought to mind that although
the sin we expose ourselves to may lie dormant
for years (like the net the whale was caught
in), it can become a deadly trap at any time.
The only way to rid ourselves of those traps is
to ask Him to remove them and cut them from us
when we get entangled in them. lest we die
spiritually.
During my devotions yesterday the following
song came to mind. I have not thought about this
hymn for years and could not remember the 2nd
verse, which is the one that stands out to me
now.
Blessed Assurance:
Blessed Assurance, Jesus is mind.
Oh what a foretaste of glory divine.
Heir of salvation, purchase of |God,
Born of His Spirit, washed in His blood.
This is my story, this is my song,
Praising my Saviour all the day long (repeat)
Perfect submission, perfect delight,
Visions of rapture now burst on my
site.
Angels descending, bring from above,
Echoes of mercy, whispers of love.
Perfect submission, all is at rest.
I in my Saviour am happy and blest;
Watching and waiting, looking above,
Filled with his goodness, lost in His love.
Fanny Crosby - 1873
This song was brought to mind by the Holy
Spirit while I am having to re-walk through the
sins of my past. I am not doing this because I
want to re-inflict pain on myself, but because
of what is being required of me to regain my
career. It's difficult and the attack I have
felt has been severe (like the dormant net that
suddenly became a trap). This song was a
blessing to me and I hope it is to you too. Your
prayers would be appreciated as I have
definitely felt spiritual battle in my own life.
Thank you!
Kamie
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