Footprints In the Sand

              This week I am going to share with you one of the most heartfelt and meaningful poems there are. It was written by Mary Stevenson. Here it goes: “One night I had a dream. I was walking along the beach with the Lord and across the sky flashed scenes from my life. In each scene I noticed two sets of footprints in the sand and, to my surprise, I noticed that many times along the path of life there was only one set of footprints. And I noticed that it was during the lowest and saddest times in my life. I asked the Lord about it, “Lord, You said that once I decided to follow you, you would walk with me all the way. But I noticed that during the most troublesome times in my life there is only one set of footprints. I don’t understand why you left my side when I needed you most.” The Lord said, “Me precious child, I never left you during your time of trial. Where you see only one set of footprints, it was then that I carried you.”

               This poem has so much meaning to it. There are times in our life when we are falling and feel as though nothing will ever be right again and we ask God, “Why are you doing this to me? Where are you when I need you most?” Each and every time God will answer, “I am always with you.” It is in those tough times when we need God the most and we feel as though he has abandoned us. But in truth, he never leaves our side. Everything that happens in our lives happens for a reason. We go through the trials and pain in order to achieve something bigger and better. We must never give up on God. He is constantly by our side and lets us fall and fail every once in a while. But he will always be there to catch us when we do fall. Having complete trust and faith in God is one of the most important things in our walk with God. Having strong faith means that no matter what we go through we know God is ALWAYS and I mean ALWAYS there. His love is selfless and unconditional. He will never give up on us, just as we are to never give up on him. Love him with all your heart and you will go far in life. Have trust in him and he will answer all your calls. He is perfect in every way. He is always walking by your side holding your hand. Give him everything you have got.
               Let’s pray, “Jesus, I love you so much. I know that I may go through tough times in life, but I pray that you will always be by my side. You will be there to pick me up when I fall. You are my rock and my stronghold; always there to keep me standing tall. I am ready for anything you bring me in my life for I know you will always be there. I love you more than words can say. In your name I pray, Amen.”

For the week, Joshua 1:9, "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.”