Dear Ones,
Hope you have a great day. This morning, I plan to do some food prep, studying and go downstairs for donuts. Emoji This afternoon we have Bible study, and we are nearly through the book of Mark.
Devotions from Judy’s heart
Lately, I have had a stye on my left eye and it is a reminder to me of my heart condition and my readiness to do His will. Paul said in Eph. 1:17-18 “I ask the God of our Master, Jesus Christ, the God of glory—to make you intelligent and discerning in knowing Him personally, your eyes focused and clear so that you can see exactly what it is He is calling you to do, grasp the immensity of this glorious way of life He has for His followers.” More than anything, I want to be close to the Lord and in His will, doing what He has called me to do.

The other day Al and I were on the trail and a friend joined us who walks slow, so Al and he visited as they walked. I went ahead and walked my speed and all the while praying and at times singing to the Lord. But I also asked the Lord, what is it about my eye that I can’t seem to get rid of the stye although I have put warm packs on it, even tried warm tea bags and yet it doesn’t clear up. What are you trying to get through to me? I began singing songs about my eyes and the words to one, “O send Thy Spirit, Lord, now unto me/ That He may touch my eyes and make me see/ Show me the truth concealed within Thy words/ For in Thy book revealed I see Thee, Lord.” Like the blind man who Jesus asked what he wanted, his response was, I want to see!

Perhaps those of you reading this also want to see and for the Spirit to guide you into all the Lord has for you. We need to go to the Bible with an open heart and not use it to manipulate and serve our needs but let it touch our souls. Paul says to Timmothy that scripture is inspired by God for teaching, reproof, correction and training in righteousness so that we are equipped for every good work. (II Tim. 3:16) Perhaps the Lord is correcting me to listen better and also slowly read when I open my Bible and to hear Him speak in a deeper way to my heart. Even a single phrase or word could be a special word for the day. Lord may our eyes be focused and clear!

Challenge for today: Ask the Lord to help you see and focus on what He is calling you to do.