Sleep would not come easily

I avoid the television, particularly the news. Kind of ironic since I work for Now Network News, huh?

Oh the doom and gloom…the cruelty in the world…the poverty…the sickness…terrorists executing Christians…it is enough to make the bravest of the brave run for cover and suck their thumbs. I pondered the plight of the world as I sat on my couch contemplating going off to bed. Really? With ISIS executing children in the Middle East, the U.S. on the brink of another war, the business just down the street from where I work being robbed at gun point, and even closer to home, my son suffering from a tragic event…sleep would not come easily.

Then I reached for my Bible…Psalm 23

The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want-

My world seems torn apart, but not to God. He is in charge and I know His voice. His watchful eye is on you and me. He is our shepherd. He will take care of our needs.

He leads me beside still waters, He restores my soul – 

My world is filled with doubt and fear, but He brings me peace. He whispers in my heart a stillness that surpasses all understanding. And I am restored.

He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil, for you are with me;
your rod and your staff, they comfort me.

Nothing can separate me from Him: neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord. – Romans 8:39  

You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies.

You defend me. You let the enemy know I am Yours. You are my Mighty Warrior and no power can defeat You.

You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.

Could I be blessed anymore? You have given me so much, particularly love. You go before me in all situations. Your plans for me are good. Jeremiah 29:11

Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life,
and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.

Eternity is such a long time. Our time here on earth is so short lived. You have given me the beauty of eternal life. I will live with You forever.