August 13, 2013 - The Voice Of An Earthquake

1 Kings 19:12 The Message (MSG) 11-12 Then he was told, “Go, stand on the mountain at attention before God. God will pass by.” A hurricane wind ripped through the mountains and shattered the rocks before God, but God wasn’t to be found in the wind; after the wind an earthquake, but God wasn’t in the earthquake; and after the earthquake fire, but God wasn’t in the fire; and after the fire a gentle and quiet whisper. I want to speak briefly this morning from this passage. I don't know about you, but I need God's help to stay on the "straight and healthy path." (like that?) Sometimes when I don't think I've heard from God; then I am more apt to continue down a wrong path. I live close to Peachtree City, which is famous for it's 93 miles of golf-cart paths that wind throughout. I tell you - to me they are sooo confusing. But to those who really know them well - not so much. The worst part for me while driving one day enjoying the fall sunshine was that I got lost (there are no directional signs posted.) I needed a LOUD voice to give me directions. That would have been easy. But none was available. So I had to slow down, stop, ask the Holy Spirit for help, close my eyes, and listen. Then, from a quiet place I was able to find my way back to my friend's house. Hope you see how this illuminates our health journey. I want us to see that on our health journey there are times when we need a LOUD voice, but God has us in training. He is always speaking, but often not as we think. Today, as you bless your meals, ask the Holy Spirit to speak clearly about the food provided. Is this the best "building material" we can use today as we are strengthening and reinforcing this bodily temple? Let's not let the lust of our eyes be the "voice" we adhere to. It could be the voice of an earthquake. God help us to hear that gentle whisper this day and respond well. May your Tuesday be filled with the strength to say "NO" to Taco Tuesday. (unless it's the skinny tacos that are made with Mahi Mahi and wrapped in romaine leaves - yum!) PK