Planning a New Hope

  In the following scripture, Jesus speaks of needing to go away so the Holy Spirit will come. But when He, the Spirit of truth, comes, He will guide you into all the truth; for He will not speak on His own initiative, but whatever He hears, He will speak; and He will disclose to you what is to come . John 16:13 (New American Standard Bible)   Is God Tapping You on the Shoulder?             It’s not unusual for someone of faith to say that it’s a sin to worry, we should just put our faith in God and He will take care of the situation. For sure, our Father does handle those things that are committed to Him., but is there a possibility that sometimes what we call worry could be God tapping us on the shoulder, saying check this out?             There was no doubt that I’d been called to buy my house . Awakened about 2:30 a.m. fearful thoughts raced concerning ...

  My son, let them not depart from your sight; Keep sound wisdom and discretion, So they will be life to your soul, And adornment to your neck. Then you will walk in your way securely, And your foot will not stumble. Proverbs 3:21-23 (New American Standard Bible)   Therefore be careful how you walk, not As unwise men, but as wise, Ephesians 5:15 (New American Standard Bible)   When Opposition Makes a Change of Plans Difficult              Why is it so difficult to make a change? Contemplating doing something differently can feel threatening and sometimes it’s just not convenient.             Though the relationship was fragile, we’d decided to attend an event the next night. Immersing myself in a movie helped to forget the concerns that something felt amiss about our plans for the following night. About half way into the story, I sensed...