August 18

What a God you are! Your path for me has been perfect! All your promises have proven true. What a secure shelter for all those who turn to hide themselves in you! You are the wrap-around God giving grace to me”. Psalm 18:30 (TPT)

We all know the pain that comes with the pitfalls of life—doors we opened we wish had remained closed—roads we went down that led to nowhere at all. Or nowhere we were meant to be. Yet God’s paths for us are perfect, His plans complete. We can turn around at any time, close the door to the past, the pain and the pretending, and find ourselves held tightly instead in the centre of His perfect peace—restored by His redeeming grace. 

Pick up your feet today, beloved one, wherever you are, and put your trust in Him. Oh, wait until you see the good that is planned for you—pleasant paths leading to pleasant places! Such joys unspeakable. You will hardly believe!

Prayer:

I come to You today, Lord, knowing that Your pleasant paths lead me to pleasant places. You are close to me always, leading and guiding me into Your very best. I put my hand in Your hand, even now, and I put my trust in You. I am overwhelmed by the privileges You pour out and the peace that prevails, as I follow You!

Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, my heart rests secure in Your limitless love. Your abundant love—tender and true.