The Upper Room Devotional 7th November 2023 Message
The Upper Room Devotional 7th November 2023 , Tuesday Message by George Burke (Texas, USA)
TOPIC: God’s Way, Not Mine
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TODAY’S READING
Hebrews 11:1-3
Faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. – Hebrews 11:1 (NRSVUE)
I was sharing early-morning coffee and donuts with our daughter, the mother of two wonderful, energetic children. We were both going through rough patches in our lives. She had been through a painful divorce. I had recently been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. We shared the Bible verse from Hebrews above. Then my daughter offered an insight that amazed me. She said, “I think it’s awesome that when we are in trouble and can’t see any way through, God will surprise us with the solution.” Three years have passed since our meeting. She is now married to a fine Christian, and I have experienced only mild symptoms.
I often think that I’ve got the solution to life’s struggles, and in my prayers I try to convince God to see it my way. Now I just ask that God’s will be done in my life. And God’s answer is usually more amazing than I could have imagined. Great is God’s faithfulness, wisdom, and power!
TODAY’S PRAYER
Dear God, remind us that you know what is best for us. We commit our will to yours. Amen.
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
I will place my hope and faith in God’s tomorrow.
PRAYER FOCUS
Fathers and daughters
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