You are not a surprise to your creator. Think about that for just a second…
Nothing in this world is happening that shocks Jesus. It may not feel like it, but He has already provided a solution for the thing you are most concerned about! You can trust Him!
Feeling unseen? Not shocked.
Feeling unvalued as a stepmom? Not shocked.
Feeling out of place in your blended family? Not shocked.
Job trouble? Trust me – Not shocked.
Stepkids “hate” you? Not shocked.
Bio-Mom doesn’t respect you? Also, Not shocked.
He loves you and has redeemed you. He calls you His own. He has not left you and He cares deeply about things that you might not want to “bother” Him with. He is not looking above you watching you struggle. He’s right beside you walking WITH you through the fire. He is delighted to come to our rescue if only we would include Him. Talk to Him. He’s waiting…
Israel, the Lord who created you says,
1 “Do not be afraid—I will save you.
I have called you by name—you are mine.
2 When you pass through deep waters, I will be with you;
your troubles will not overwhelm you.
When you pass through fire, you will not be burned;
the hard trials that come will not hurt you.
Isaiah 43:1-2
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