I WILL BE WITH YOU
“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they will not overflow you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be scorched, nor will the flame burn you.” Isaiah 43:2 (NASB)
As I reflect on the waters, rivers and fire that I have passed through, I know the Lord was with me. There is a vast difference in life with Elohim and life without. Life with God is a journey filled with purpose, hope, and love. It's about walking in faith, seeking guidance in moments of uncertainty, and finding strength in times of adversity. Embracing life with God means experiencing the joy of connection, the comfort of His presence, and the peace that surpasses all understanding. It's about gratitude for blessings, finding meaning in challenges, and the assurance that we are never alone. Whether in moments of triumph or in the depths of despair, life with God is a constant source of support, wisdom, and unconditional love.
Finding God is a deeply personal and spiritual journey that varies for each individual. Here are a few steps that helped me:
Study: Read the Bible or listen to an audio version. The devil will do everything to keep you from reading God’s word. Make Bible time a priority.
Prayer: Set aside time for prayer to connect with God. Not sure how to pray… Start with the Lords Prayer: Luke 11:1-4
Support: Seek out a spiritual minister where you can share your thoughts and questions. This person will rely on the Bible for answers to your thoughts and questions… if they aren’t pointing you to Gods word, thank them for their time and leave.
Ultimately, the quest for God is a deeply personal and individual journey, and there is no one-size-fits-all approach. It's okay to have doubts and questions along the way and to embrace the uncertainties of this search.
A cold winter morning walk along the river. The sun was brilliant. This image was captured with the Olympus E-M5 Mark II handheld with settings of: ISO 100, shutter speed at 1/3, and aperture f22. I wasn’t able to hold the camera and avoid blur below 1/3 shutter speed. Regardless, the Olympus camera handled the slow speed quiet impressively. I typically use a rock or my knee to steady the camera but I wanted to see how far I could push the camera (and myself) at slow shutter speeds while being handheld.
Handheld: ISO 100 | shutter 1/3 | aperture f22
Olympus E-M5 Mark II