Embracing God

Lately I have been doing much reading I can’t tell you the last tv show or movie I watched because it’s been so long. With my hearing and visual issues I’d much rather read a good book. A good author can bring a story to life, painting the canvas of my mind with a rich tapestry of descriptive words. This is certainly the case in “ Two from Galilee The Story of Mary and Joseph” by Majorie Holmes. She researched for several years before writing this book, bringing the culture and customs of the time into the vivid picture. I highly recommend this book, especially at this time of year as we approach Christmas.

Another book I read daily is the Bible. I’ve been doing a study on the book of Job for quite a while. “Trusting God in Times of Adversity” by Kay Arthur and Pete Delacy. This is a deep study and I have to pray for wisdom to understand what I’m reading.

Thank God for technology to enable me to read. I can’t see well enough to read an actual book. Although with my Optelec video magnifier it is possible. I prefer to read the Bible with You Version app on my iPad. I can zoom the font as large as I need it and also parallel translations. Such an awesome tool for study.

Yesterday our PastorLoran Livingston at Central Church of God spoke on “Eat the Word”. It’s so imperative that we feast on Gods Word every single day. It’s important that we be doers of the Word. Live what it says! I am so thankful to attend a church where the truth of God’s Word is boldly and truthfully preached. What a gift!

As I woke before the birds this morning….wide awake before 5:00, I spent much time pondering all I’ve been reading and studying. I spent time praying for wisdom and the many needs surrounding us. I spent time in worship, being thankful only God and my dog heard my voice I make a joyful noise 😊 My thoughts are summed up in this EMBRACE GOD! Just Embrace Him! Take God at His Word!

“And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we beheld His glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father, full of grace and truth.”
John‬ ‭1:14‬ ‭N!JV.

Meditate on that verse today. Embrace the goodness and perfect Will of God.

To read more of my story check out my autobiography “Rooted by the Water”. ( available on Amazon and many other online retailers such as Barnes & Noble, Books a Million, Target, Walmart and Park Road Books.) My true story of surrender. My testimony of releasing hurt from my hearing and visual limitations and letting Gods strength arise within me as He enables me to overcome with His strength, not mine.
Www,shannonkenleyhinson.com.