"Some Trust in Chariots"

Good morning to you all, Sorry about last Friday - I went to NC to see my husband who is working there currently (and we had no service on the mountain) and I know this is late, but Mondays I work from home and usually find my morning begins with emails to be answered from the weekend. I pray your cool, fall weekend was filled with fun as pumpkins were carved and carnivals attended. I love the visual changes of this season and the smell of firewood burning. One of my favorite things to do is drink coffee by a fire. That is so dear to my heart..... Psalm 20:7 reads, "Some trust in chariots and some trust in horses, but we trust in the name of the Lord." Trust - the dictionary reads, "firm belief in the reliability, truth, ability, or strength of someone or something," and the synonyms are confidence, belief, faith, certainty,assurance, conviction, credence; reliance." The Message translation of this passage speaks of grooming horses who will eventually no longer be able to complete their assignments and polishing chariots who will eventually rot and fall apart. However, our confidence and assurance is based upon the TRUTH of God's Word. His Word will never grow old, faint, need to be restored, falter, or pull up lame. What promises from God's Word are you holding steadfast to in this season? My encouragement - don't let go. Years may pass as God develops our character and lives, but our years are as days to Him. Being able to stand confidently in the fact that God's best plan is for each of us to be healthy, as Moses was, in order that we may accomplish His will in the earth and in the land which He has given us takes conviction. Doesn't it? Without conviction and a firm belief in the truth, the doubts and blame become daggers aimed for our destruction. That is true! Let's not polish old mindsets and try to stabilize our patterns of rationalization. Let us boldly declare our health and fight for our freedom as GOD polishes our lives for all to see. Our healthy bodies make a bold statement as would a groomed chariot and horse. However, we cannot simply rely upon our own strength. Sometimes our daily fight for health is not applauded or recognized. Sometimes our daily fight can be drudgery and no stardom. God has a plan it that as well. Proud of your commitment to be as healthy as possible! PK