Waiting on The Lord: No Compromise, and staying in the fear of the Lord

From my facebook post today: I feel like I am being asked to join a circus, complete with a merry-go-round. (My wife had a vision of this this morning as we prayed!) I am being asked to consider some things, so could still use prayer. From "The Great House of God", (Lucado), Just like we need forgiveness other people do too. There comes a time in every relationship where it can be damaging to seek justice, and settling the score only starts a fire. There comes a time when the best thing you can do is accept your brother and offer him the same grace you've been given. (My paraphrase) I have given up the right to choose what is best for me, I have given that choice to the Lord, who always knows better anyhow. Don't forget, "You alone are wise, oh Lord." Like · · Share Tim Stromer A friend just showed up yesterday after work, exactly where I was helping out, and he said, "I really felt like God was telling me to come here, and now I know why." He had no idea I would be there. Yet another friend felt strongly he was supposed to call me and counseled me, and prayed over me. Man it's sweet to have Godly friends! Another friend sent me this last night:April 29 Listening with Purpose 1 Samuel 3:1-10 Yesterday we learned about hearing the Word with eagerness and attentiveness. Now, let’s think about approaching the Bible purposefully, expectantly, and prayerfully. Christians study the Scriptures not just individually but also corporately to learn more about God and His ways. Underlying this simple concept is a big challenge. To gather biblical knowledge with purpose means determining in our heart to obey what we hear (Ps. 119:33). And to do so expectantly means we believe that the Lord is going to speak specifically to us (Ps. 25:4). Sermons, Sunday school lessons, and quiet times on our own are all things to be anticipated. God uses these to build us up, strengthen us, or offer us comfort—He certainly makes listening to Him worthwhile. And obedience is the only proper response to this kind of personal attention. Approaching the reading of Scripture prayerfully prepares our hearts to listen well and ushers in an attitude of purpose and expectancy. Today’s passage tells the story of young Samuel’s first encounter with God. The priest Eli gives the boy valuable advice—that when the Lord calls, he should say, “Speak, Lord, for your servant is listening” (v. 9). Pray those simple words with conviction before you open your Bible, and you will hear God more clearly. If you want to experience God working in your life, come to Scripture with a prayerful, expectant, purpose-filled attitude. The mourner will be comforted. The weary will gain strength. Those convicted of their sin will repent and know peace. All will sense joy. Recognize what a gift God’s Word is. 12 mins · Like Tim Stromer Also from my daily study today: May 1, 2014 Waiting “Tell us, when shall these things be? and what shall be the sign when all these things shall be fulfilled?” (Mark 13:4) Whether things are going well or not, we must not be misled into a false sense of security. The disciples were looking at the beautiful and serene temple and grounds, but Christ predicted unprecedented destruction. “There shall not be left one stone upon another” (v. 2). Nor should we allow ourselves to be deceived by false prophets (vv. 5-6). Scripture gives ample information to allow us to identify and shun these “wolves in sheep’s clothing.” But to our shame, false teachings permeate our churches and television airwaves. Furthermore, when natural calamities and world turmoil cascade in on us (vv. 7-8), we must not be frozen with fear. These things must come (v. 7). Persecution must come also (vv. 9-12). We must not allow ourselves to be intimidated in our witness or tripped up by bitterness. Instead, we must “endure” and remain loyal to Him (v. 13). We must be at work to spread the gospel to all nations (v. 10) in spite of the opposition. And, “take ye heed, watch and pray: for ye know not when the time is” (v. 33). Let us commit ourselves to the attitude of heart and life He commanded. 4 mins · Like Tim Stromer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i6X71sXagUY This came to mind as well. Man I LOVE the Lord, He is SO kind! Thank You Lord, I will wait.