Faithful to His Promises

You've heard the saying, "God's never early, and He's never later either, but He's always on time."  Well, the saying still holds true.

Those who have been following DFB know we were waiting on doctors to schedule my husband to have kidney stones removed asap because of kidney issues.  It took some time, but the urologist got everything scheduled and hubby was set to for the procedure. 

That morning I was up early and getting everything ready for the day knowing it might be a long one at the hospital.  I had prepared my lunch the night before and was packing it for travel when my husband shouted from the bathroom.  

"Honey, come here."  Stopping what I was doing I went to see what was wrong. "Look!"  He said as he handed me a tissue. 

Hubby's Kidney Stones

What I saw appeared to be kidney stones - large ones!  Not sure what to do, we called the doctor's office.  Following through as planned we were instructed to continue on to the hospital for x-rays.

Arriving at the hospital the parking area was packed.  There wasn't anything else to do, so hubby got out and went inside while I circled the lot until something became available.   

Round and round I drove, but nothing ... no one was leaving!  As soon as someone did get in their car, another vehicle that had been circling also got to it first.  It was if we were all playing musical chairs but with vehicles, trying to get the only space available. 

Bingo - a spot!   Could I get to it in time before another vehicle? Almost at the same time I watched a lady drop off a woman in a wheelchair and scurry back to her vehicle.  Of course, she needed to get inside too, anyone could tell by the way she moved quickly ... so I circled around and let her take the place. 

That's when I saw this small area with yellow lines through it not far from where I needed to go.  Obviously, it wasn't a parking spot, but it wasn't blocking anything so I figured I'd wait it out there instead of going around in circles a dozen more times. 

Turning the car around so I could face the hospital lobby, I positioned myself in that little space hoping someone would come out that door and leave so I could park.  As I sat there waiting, dozens of vehicles entered the parking lot, circled and left.   

Was I naive in thinking I'd get a space when all those people didn't?  It never crossed my mind to leave, so I kept praying God would open a space close to the entrance. 

About thirty minutes passed and I was able to get a spot near the door!  Thank you, Jesus!   

Rushing in to catch-up with my husband I noticed that they had already taken him in for the x-rays.  I sat in the front waiting room until I heard something.  Not five minutes later a volunteer wheeled my husband back to the waiting area. 

Calling out from his wheelchair down the hall, he said: "We have to go back to the urologist first."  Okay, I thought after just getting that great parking spot.  I know, that shouldn't have been what I was thinking, but it was! 

It didn't take long after getting to the doctor's office before the head nurse came out to give us information.  No one was in the waiting room, because the doctor was at the hospital for surgery!  Uh ... waiting for us if anyone forgot! 

Hubby was the first in line we were told due to his "urgent" issue concerning a kidney.  What's happening?  Why did we have to go to the urologist's office and then back to the hospital?

Handing the x-rays to the nurse, with a huge smile she took them and said, "You can go home!  The kidney stones passed and the kidney is doing fine, with no bleeding." 

Apparently, the doctor had read them at the hospital and we were the "carrier pigeons" of the documents he needed for his office files.  That was quite alright with us, after all, there would be no surgery or procedure that day. God had answered our prayers!  

I can't tell you how elated we were, well, me mainly.  He was super glad, but little stunned from the change of plans.  Having nothing to eat for quite some time, he was ready for a celebration lunch.  

Our Times Are in His Hands 

Throughout the night people around the globe had been praying that my husband wouldn't need the procedure or surgery, depending on what they found.   This was the good news we prayed for, yet when it happened why were we even a bit surprised? 

God had answered our prayers twenty minutes before we were to arrive at the hospital!  That's right, twenty minutes!  He wasn't early or late, but right on time ... His timing. 

No matter the circumstance or situation, our "times" are in His hands. (Psalm 31:15)  At the right time, His time, He will deliver or provide whatever the need in order that He can receive all the glory and praise. 

A Season and Purpose 

In Ecclesiastes 3:1, the Bible tells us that there is a season and purpose for everything. Only God knows what they are, and He moves as He desires in every situation. 

Contrary to what some may think, those who seek after Christ and follow Him are not promised an easy road in life.  However, we are promised that God would be with us for the journey if we put our trust and faith in Him. 

We prepared physically, spiritually and emotionally believing God would see us through whatever needed to be done.  I can tell you, there was no time wasted in giving God the praise for His faithfulness, and we have been spreading the good things He has done to everyone. 

"Come and see what the Lord has done, the amazing things He has done on the earth." (Psalm 46:8 NCV) 

"Come and see the wonders of God, His acts for humanity are awe-inspiring." (Psalm 66:5 HCSB) 

God hears the prayers of His children and is ready to show the Righteous unmerited favor.  Although our journey concerning hubby's health continues, one thing is certain. God will be and always is faithful to His covenant promises. 

"... You are faithful to Your promises, O God." (Psalm 71:22 NLT) 

"Keep in mind that the LORD your God is (the only) God. He is a faithful God, who keeps His (covenant) promise and is merciful to thousands of generations of those who love Him and keep His commands." (Deuteronomy 7:9 GWT) 

Until next time, favor the promises of God!

 “Granting favor through My promises! – Jesus Christ 

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Walking in Your Eden

Have you ever wondered what it was like to be the first person created, let alone be the only existing human walking on earth? 

Envision opening your eyes for the very first time … behold, the face of God.  There could be no better way to begin living! 

At that moment, everything is new.  There will never be another time or experience like this.  Could Adam possibly realize how loved, favored and special he was to Jehovah and what this would mean to all mankind - forever?   

If I close my eyes, I can picture how it might have happened in my sanctified imagination, walking through each scene mentally as life begins for the firstborn of many.  A molded creation lies still as if it were a mere part of the ground.  Then something miraculous happened! 

As when the Spirit of God moved upon the waters, He moves on the formed body, making it become real.  With the very breath of God, energy is stirred into the shape called “human” awakening man … a male man known as the first Adam”, created by the hands of Yahweh. 

His lungs expand as they fill with air; new life has begun.  Leaning over Jehovah smiles and extents His hand to help raise up His likeness and says, “Walk with Me. I have something to show you.”  

Taking His hand, Adam stands as if he always had the ability to move.  The Creator and created walk side-by-side, but Adam has yet to speak.  He wonders where they are going, but is not afraid to follow. 

“So, the LORD God took the (human, newly formed) man (He had made) and settled him in the Garden of Eden to cultivate and keep (watch over) it.” (Genesis 2:15 VOICE emphasis mine) 

What was it like for Adam to walk in with God in His garden and witness its original splendor and heavenly glory?   Could Adam describe what he was seeing, smelling and hearing or did God explain each detail as His child touched Creation?  Did his jaw drop in awe of such beauty and that he was the reason for God’s lavishing favor?  

Before woman was made, he spent time with God alone … it was just the two of them.   This would be a relationship like none other.  How long did Adam have with His Creator before yet another new thing was paraded before his youthful eyes? 

“Look, I am about to do something new; even now it is coming.  Don’t you see it coming? (Isaiah 43:19a CSB emphasis mine)

Did God go over the things that only men discuss amongst themselves? What little tidbits of advice did Jehovah share with his first son that no one else was privy to or ever heard?   Besides the topics of animals and the precious responsibilities entrusted to him, we know there was a discussion over food choices … why doesn’t that surprise me?  Was fruit the first thing that awakened his taste buds to the glorious creations for nourishment? 

What love God had for Adam (mankind) from the beginning in giving the promise of favor through blessing his life and the work of his hands, before he ever lifted a finger! 

How would the man of dirt bond with a substance called “earth” that literally conformed into his existence?  Would words of thanksgiving be the beginning utterances spoken by the one God had chosen to be first? Could you hear voices of praise echoing through the Garden at night by everything that had breath? 

“Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Hallelujah, praise the Lord.” (Psalm 150:6 NKJV) 

Favor I Knew Before Birth 

I don’t know about you, but I can’t get over the awesomeness of God.  Every time I glance out my windows or walk in the yard, I am reminded that this is God’s world and I’m walking in His created favor designed by love for me!  It’s personal to me, because of the relationship I share with my Creator, Savior and Lord. 

Before I was even thought of by my parents and brought into this world, I was already born into favor in God’s world.  He would have my parents move from state to state until they arrived at the right place for when I was to be born. 

His plans were to “put” me into position for service as He did with the man Adam He had first formed (Genesis 2:8).  In a place where I could fellowship with Him, walking in faith and favor along my life journey on earth.  God knew where to place me on the planet – the “Garden State” … how appropriate.  Not quite Eden, but a beautiful place to grow! 

He knew the things I view as beautiful and what brings me pure delight and pleasure.  He knew what tugs on my heart to worship Him with thanksgiving for all the things He’s created for me to enjoy.  In other words, God personalized me to be me, the way that would bring pleasure to both of us. 

When the Lord spoke to Jeremiah the Old Testament prophet, He first spoke these words to Adam and continues to speak them to every child that belongs to Him through Christ Jesus.  How do I know these things?  His Word tells me so, because God never changes and neither does His love.  He is the same yesterday (from before time), today and forever (Hebrews 13:8). 

“So, God created man in His image; in the image of God, He created him (mankind); male and female He created them. The God bless them, and God said to them, be fruitful and multiply …” (Genesis 1: 27-28a NKJV) 

As you read these words, dwell on them as if God were saying them to you like I have: 

“Fay, (say your name) I am your Creator, and before you were born, I chose you to speak for Me to the nations.  

I chose you before I gave you life, and before you were born, I selected you, set you apart and appointed you as My spokesman to the world.” (Jeremiah 1:5 CEV, GNT, TLB, AMP emphasis mine) 

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Walk in Your Eden 

We look back on history and think how great our life would be if we were someone else … like Adam or Eve who were the only ones to walk in the Garden of Eden.  Well … we’re not, but that’s the way it was meant to be and it’s okay!

I’d like to inform you of something big!  Like Adam (and his wife Eve), you are also a creation that God formed perfectly in His image, for His glory and fellowship.  There is only one you, and God likes … no, loves the way He designed you.  He planned for you to be a part of His life during this time in history.  

In your alone time, close your eyes and image what it would be like if it was you instead of Adam walking with God in His garden.  What kinds of things might be on your list of topics to discuss that are just between the Creator and you? 

Open your eyes; look around you. Now think about where you are today and don’t focus on the cosmetics of it.  No matter where you live, God knew you would be exactly in that place.  It may not be perfect and it doesn’t mean that this is where you will always be.  

At this time in your life, do you recognize “this” set aside earthly place for fellowship, as created favor and blessings designed with you in mind? It’s your Eden; a place to learn and grow spiritually.  

God has allowed this particular “Eden” at this time to be part of where He wants to walk with you.  It’s a place where blessings and favor were planned from the beginning, but have yet to be given.  Be excited and learn everything He is revealing while you can, because change is going to happen! 

The Garden of Eden wasn’t special because it grew great crops.  God’s garden was special because this is where relationship was created between Heaven and Earth.  

Eden was a place where God and mankind could establish a close fellowship as well as highlight His full creation.  It birthed new beginnings where God could give favor for a lifetime, not just for the first human, but for all humanity. 

Practically everyone knows how the first Adam and his wife Eve fell from God’s grace.  However, most fail to recognize that God gave them favor when they repented of their sin.  They returned to the Lord and fellowship was restored, not in God’s Eden, but a new place. 

At this time in history, we do not have an earthly Eden as in the Beginning.  Eden itself takes on a new meaning besides a certain location on the map.  Your Eden (or mine for that matter) is wherever you walk with God spiritually, and wherever He walks there is favor!  The amount and kind of favor from God is established along the walk, and Eden is where it begins.  It’s where you are right now in your relationship with Him, and has nothing to do with where you live or what your house looks like. 

Eden is a set aside place chosen for loved ones to fellowship that is not specifically a location, but a place in your heart.   Have you a place where the Lord can fellowship and walk with you daily?  The wisest thing you can do right now is to begin walking in the Eden God has set before you, so His blessings and favor will be multiplied.  Why not start here!

“Blessed is the man who listens to me (wisdom), watching daily at my (wisdom) gates, waiting at the posts of my (wisdom’s) doors.  For whoever finds me (wisdom) finds life, and obtains favor from the LORD.” (Proverbs 8:34-35 NKJV) 

In the Garden 

sung by my parents favorite singer Jim Reeves

Until next time, favor begins in Eden!

 “Walk with Me for Eden favor! – Jesus Christ

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