Invincible

"...what good thing must I do to get eternal life?...just do what He tells you..."
Once again I'm hearing "listen & obey". A theme for me? Or has it always been there & I've purposely blinded myself to it because of the (perceived) cost to me?
Actually God is showing me some amazing things as a result of listening & obeying. Worship is deeper (wasn't Sunday awesome??!!). I'm seeing God in areas I haven't before. I'm still a bit wary of the "obey" part, but I'm moving forward and trusting Him. I shared my story at Grace Groups this week. It's always a bit scary to put yourself out there but this was the first time I was really nervous ahead of time. I'm kind of an "out there" person - ask me about my life and I'll tell you, but this time was different. I was scared to talk about this part of my life, but I knew it was what God was telling me to do, so I listened and obeyed. And while telling my story was painful what happened after has been such a gift. Normally after sharing I feel "teller's remorse". I hear negative statements in my head "You shouldn't have said that" "You're so stupid", that kind of thing. Plus I feel bathed in shame. But I realized Wednesday morning that I didn't feel any of that. I was calm, my head was clear, and even though I didn't know what was coming next, God did (does). I just need to listen & obey.
So it was so affirming this morning to read Psalm 24: when I scale Mount God...God is at my side and with His help I make it. This is what happens to God-seekers, God-questers. NLT says God is "...strong & mighty; the Lord, invincible in battle."
Thank You, Lord, for your affirmation that you are walking with me through life as I strive to draw closer to You. Imprint Your presence in my mind and on my heart. Don't ever let me forget your strength and might!
I pray that you walk with our Invincible Lord today, leaning on His strength & might!
Live large!!