Our God is dependable
Farmer Bob has been sick recently and I’ve taken over additional farm chores. One that has me losing a few precious moments of sleep has blessed me in many other ways.
By talking over the morning feeding before going to my other place of work, I’m witnessing sunrise on our farm.
When I first go out in the mornings, I stumble around in the dark. Flashlights are hard to manage when carrying buckets of feed and water. I have one of those headlamps (sort of like the miners wear), but it tends to slip sideways when I lift bales of hay and isn’t very effective. I struggle through by memory and habit until the first bursts of orange and gold above the horizon bring light to my dark corner of the world.
In times of darkness, light brings comfort and security. God’s amazing design of His creation provides light into our world. We can depend on that sunrise every day.
Our God is trustworthy and dependable.
Jesus said:
I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” John 8:12
Just as I fumble around feeding the horses because I can’t see in the dawn darkness, we sometimes stumble through life because we’ve lost sight of our Savior.
The people living in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of the shadow of death, a light has dawned. Matthew 4:16
And, of course, God’s plan has made all the difference. Just as the sun rises and brings light in the morning, the Son brings Light to the dark times of fear and despair.
This is the message we have heard from him and declare to you: God is light; in him there is no darkness at all. But if we walk in the light as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus, his Son, purifies us from all sin. 1 John 1:5,7
Jesus is our Light. He is with me in the darkness, through insecurities, fear, sickness, and despair.
Jesus is with you, too.
Are you in the midst of darkness? Can I pray for you?
First, I’ll be praying for Farmer Bob! I’m certain he hates this as much as anyone can. Second, I’m praying for you my friend. One, that you don’t hurt yourself. Tiny little gals aren’t supposed to be moving sixty-five pound bales of hay around (guessing square bales here since you mentioned horses). Two, I pray that God allows you to find such rest and restoration in the quiet presence of morning’s dawn. Even though I can only go out and feed Bubba the dog and the barn cats right now; I linger at the workshop doing my stretching and exercises just so I can watch the sun rise. My cattle come to the fences waiting on me; and I still talk to them and pray over them, but I have to wait on my hired hand to feed them. Am so glad you are getting an opportunity to experience God in nature like this my friend. It’s a magnificent time of day. God’s blessings.
Thank you for your prayers, J.D. They are much needed and greatly appreciated. Yes, the bales are square, although most don’t weigh 65 pounds (there are a few that feel like we baled rocks!) Sunrise is a magnificent time of day as I’m becoming more aware. It is so peaceful–a new start. The full day is before us and usually we haven’t yet messed up! Praying for you as your recovery progresses. It sounds as if you are following your protocol and getting your exercises done. Soon you’ll be “back in the saddle.”
Katherine, this was beautiful and your pictures are gorgeous! (Was the sunrise taken at your place? So pretty!) I agree with J.D. – I hope Farmer Bob is mended soon and that you’re getting the rest you need to accomplish everything! And, oh praise God “the Son brings Light to the dark times of fear and despair.” Where would we be otherwise? Thanks for sharing.
Yes, Julie, the sunrise is taken from our farm. The little white object is one of our horses. Thank you for your prayers for Farmer Bob. I’m so thankful that Jesus brings Light to our darkest moments. Wishing you blessings, my friend.
What great reminders of the Light of the world! Love it! Thanks for sharing your morning experience.
Thank you, Barbara. This morning I was out before dawn with only the moon and stars (and our faithful dog) for company. I’ve never been a morning person, but it’s growing on me. There’s something very special about that quiet time in God’s beautiful creation.
I really needed the encouragement of this post, encouragement I didn’t know I needed until I read it. Thank you. The line, “Just as I fumble around feeding the horses because I can’t see in the dawn darkness, we sometimes stumble through life because we’ve lost sight of our Savior.” particularly moved me. I sometimes stumble around in the dark. I don’t want to admit I lose sight of our Light, but sometimes I do. I get distracted by what I’m doing instead of looking for what He’s doing.
I think it takes a lot of courage for us to admit that we sometimes lose sight of our Light. We want to always feel secure in our faith. And we are! But, sometimes that darkness creeps in and threatens to undermine our connection to our Lord. I’m so thankful that our God is faithful ALL the time.
A beautiful post. I hope that Farmer Bob will be well soon!
Thank you for your prayers and good wishes. Hoping your day is blessed!