AUGUST 2018
men of action .
As soon as they began implementing , a short message from heaven reached their mailbox . This was God ' s word and it said , “ I am with you ”( 1:13 ). When the people made the decision to return and reform , they experienced fellowship with God . Our Lord blesses us , wipes away our tears , heals our wounds , liberates us , gives us life all of this is true . But there is also the other side to Him . We see this in verses 9-11 . “ What you brought home , I blew it away ” ( v9 ). Moreover , He says , “ I called for a drought on the ...... labour of your hands ”( v11 ).
As we come to our senses , we understand that we have left Him aside and are looking for blessings elsewhere . Do we now realize the reason behind the lack of blessedness and unexplained problems ? May we understand that there is no comfort apart from His companionship . Whenever there are hurdles in life , let us examine the state of our fellowship with Him . When that is restored , the message of comfort flows into our hearts the message that says , “ I am with you !”
Now , “ One stone was laid on another in the Lord ' s temple ” ( 2:15 ). God promised the people that their lives would now change and He invites them to see the difference . He gives yet another promise too , “ From this day on I will bless you ” ( 2:19 ). Do you feel that your life is being reduced to rubble ? Begin to build your relationship with Him right now . You will enjoy blessedness as you live in fellowship with Him .
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