Food for thought

"But we all, with unveiled face, beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord , are being transformed into the same image from glory to glory." 2 Cor.3:18

" A servant of God must stand so much alone that he never knows he is alone." O.C.
I am never alone and I am almost always alone. We interact in this world moment by moment everyday, yet I would venture to say most of us amidst the chaos of busyness feel very alone with our own thoughts and perceptions. When our thoughts turn to ourselves it becomes a very lonely world. Except for the sake of Christ we will not conquer the aloneness of crossing the barren desert by ourselves. We are to make that trek, only as believers we are not alone. "Lo I am with you always." There is our hope and courage: in Christ alone. 2 Timothy 4 16-17 "At my first defense no one supported me, but all deserted me; the proclamation might be fully accomplished, and that all the Gentiles might hear; and I was rescued out of the lion's mouth." We are every bit alone as Paul seemed to be here, yet Paul's focus was the focus of Christ. Paul writes for Timothy to come quickly, to be of service to him in time of need. Our race will come with many experiences where the coldness of feeling alone will be rushing in. We must run to Jesus and live! Jesus is our peace in the midst of trials. We need to keep our focus so intent on Him my friend that we never live for anything but the outcome of His glory. Do we really believe as Paul did that " The Lord will rescue me from every evil deed, and bring me safely to His heavenly kingdom; to Him be the glory forever and ever. Amen"? 2 Tim. 4:18.

When sorrows like sea billows roll Is it well, is it well with our soul?

Heavenly Father I pray that our focus may remain steadfast on Christ Jesus your Son so we may continue to bring you glory by running the good race of the saints, may we so focus on you that our standing alone is not of our concern or knowledge. Your glory alone Lord,Your glory alone. Amen

Love to all in Christ Jesus C:)