Jonathan Moore
Proverbs 27:23-27
Know the state of your flocks, and put your heart into caring for your herds, for riches don’t last forever, and the crown might not be passed to the next generation. After the hay is harvested and the new crop appears and the mountain grasses are gathered in, your sheep will provide wool for clothing, and your goats will provide the price of a field. And you will have enough goats’ milk for yourself, your family, and your servant girls.
Life is often a mixture of dependency and self-sufficiency, which takes a degree of stewardship and strategic planning in order to be successful. Alas, I fear that often I have fallen short in that particular skill-set! However, there is wisdom to be had and eternal principles in God's Word that can be implemented in order to maintain one's effectiveness in ministry and sustainability in life! Now, for the courage and faith to trust Him....
Prayer from First Presbyterian Church Grenada Heavenly Father, we know that wind, water, rain , sleet and snow àre yours. This Sabbath we come before You with humble hearts, seeking Your protection and grace.
We pray you will place Your mighty hand over this storm and calm its force. Shield us from the fury of the wind, rain, snow and ice. Care for those in the grip of the storm and keep them from harm. We pray for the safety of every person, home, and community at risk. We lift up all rescue workers, police, firefighters, and utility crews, asking for clear minds, steady hands, and safe passage as they heroically assist others in dangerous situations. Calm the anxious thoughts and steady the restless hearts of those filled with fear. Remind them of Your constant presence, that even when life seems dark and stormy, You are with us, guiding us to safety. In the wake of the storm, we pray for swift recovery and restoration. Provide essentials like water, food, and adequate shelter, and inspire communities to come together in support and care for one another.
We trust in Your unfailing love and mercy, knowing You are our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. We pray in Jesus Name. Amen
🌾 Parable — The Lantern in the Wind
A traveler once walked a narrow mountain path at dusk. The wind was fierce, the shadows long, and the trail uncertain. He carried only a small lantern — its flame flickering wildly in the gusts.
Frustrated, he muttered, “This little light is too weak. It barely shows anything.”
An older traveler coming behind him said, “Your lantern was never meant to light the whole mountain. It was meant to light the next step.”
The younger man looked down. Sure enough — the lantern gave just enough glow to see where to place his foot. And step by step, he made it safely through the darkness.
The storm didn’t stop. The wind didn’t calm. But the light was enough.
So it is with God’s guidance. He rarely shows the whole path. But He always gives enough light for the next step.