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Confident Following Jesus
June 12, 2008
| Massive, unspeakable tragedy entered the doors of the emergency
department daily. Instead of fear, uncertainty or trepidation
I could, as the emergency physician on duty, confidently
approach patients in need BECAUSE
I was not alone. Medical professionals -- nurses,
pharmacists, lab technicians, radiology techs and other
specialty physicians stood behind me. My call for help brought
welcome support. Before any patient entered the Emergency
Department, promises had been made. Medical professionals,
by way of policy, procedures, protocols and pledges, assured
me of their prompt response.
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| In much the same way, we can approach life with great confidence because of the words of the Great Promiser, |
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"Never will I leave you, never will I forsake you". (Hebrews 13:5) |
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So instead of saying:
| "I am afraid" -- BECAUSE of God we can be confident. |
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"He has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self discipline."
(II Timothy 1:7) |
"I can't go on" -- BECAUSE of God we
can be confident.
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"His grace is sufficient for us." (II Corinthians 12:9 and
Psalm 91:15) |
"I can't figure things out" -- BECAUSE of God we can be confident.
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"When we acknowledge him, he will direct our steps." (Proverbs 3:5-6) |
"I can't forgive myself" -- BECAUSE of
God we can be confident.
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"Because of Jesus, he will forgive our sins." (1 John 1:9
and Romans 8:1) |
| Confidence
as a follower of Jesus is based not on our ability, talents
or resources but rather on the reliability and trustworthiness
of the One who stands with us. |
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"The Lord is my helper, I will not be afraid. What
can man do to me?"
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Hebrews 13:6) |
Sharing the journey
with you,
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