Blow Me Away, Lord
I tend to look back over my life quite a bit whenever I am studying Scripture. I love how I can read certain verses and know, with complete certainty, they are true simply because of the work God has done in my own life and through my own circumstances.
When I stop and ponder the messages and lessons I read in the Bible, I am amazed that they are just as relevant today as they were a couple thousand years ago. The Bible really is alive and active.
Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us…(Ephesians 3:20) That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong. (2 Corinthians 12:10)
I look back at the timid little girl of my youth who was terrified of opening her mouth in public and who feared looking at her thoughts on paper and I often ask God:
“How do You do it, Lord? How do You take our biggest fears and use them for Your glory?”
- I ask this every time I push the publish button on my blog posts.
- I ask this when I approach complete strangers at church and strike up a conversation.
- I’ve asked this each time I’ve boarded a plane and headed out for a mission trip to the Dominican Republic.
- I ask this every time I’ve walked through the doors of my ladies small group to lead on Thursday morning.
I am humbled every single day by how God can take the shattered pieces of my past and use it to encourage others who are hurting and in need of hope.
How do You do it, Lord?
I hope I never stop asking this question while living here on this earth. I pray God will continue to blow me away with His greatness. I love standing in wonder and in awe. I look forward to the day when I will understand fully, but in the meantime, I rejoice each time I catch a breathtaking glimpse of His greatness.
How has God blown you away lately? How have you seen Him take your fears and use them for His glory? Share your experience in the comment box to encourage others.
About the Author
Eileen Knowles is a small town Arizona girl who studied English at The University of Arizona a long, long time ago. She now lives in small town North Carolina with her husband, Roger, their eight-year old son, and one quirky dog named Bisbee.
When she is not working part-time loving on animals at the local animal hospital, she thoroughly enjoys drinking coffee, running, playing Scrabble, leading Women’s Bible Study at her church, and writing about how cool it is to journey through life with Jesus holding her hand.
Eileen is passionate about leaving a legacy for her son and encouraging others along the way who might need a dose of hope poured into their weary lives.
You can find her taking The Scenic Route at www.eileenknowles.com
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Elieen, Awesome is the only way I can describe this. Straight from the heart. God’s offer is to us. He meets us in our weakness. A display for all the world to see…His Glory. It does blow you away.
Eileen definitely wrote from the heart. This is a spirit-inspired word and I was glad when she shared it. Powerful stuff!
May we never lose the wonder of it all.
That’s a great prayer Donya. Amen!
Eileen, what a beautiful question with such awed intention. May we always rejoice in His greatness.
Amen, Caroline!
Amen!
Wonderful post Eileen.
I think the day we stop being in awe is the day we start being ordinary. Each day is so precious and such a miracle.
Ngina, so true!!! Definitely a daily prayer point.
What a great way to phrase it, Ngina! Thank you.
Eileen, God knew that I needed this encouragement today. I am always so blessed by your words. I think that this phrase “How do you do it, Lord?” is one that I need to keep front and center in my life right now. When I am overwhelmed by what is left undone, this question forces me to look beyond to what has already been done.
Me too, Jennifer. That question always seems to bring my focus back around to where it needs to be. It helps us to remember that when we trust Him…the important things WILL get done!
Wow, that’s great insight, Jennifer… “Looking beyond to what has already been done”
Thanks for sharing.
How do You do it, Lord… So powerful and simple. I find myself returning to the question all the time, but even more so since I became a father. This was a beautiful way to start the morning, thank you.
Cole,
As the father of a nearly 6-week old daughter, I relate so well with your experience.
May God help us to never cease to ask that question. In it lies the release of abundant grace.
Oh, yes, Cole, nothing like becoming a parent to remind us how much we are in need of his strength. Even though we don’t understand it, we cling to it! Thanks for coming by!
Sure thing Eileen!
Cole,
As the father of a nearly 6-week old daughter, I relate so well with your experience.
May God help us to never cease to ask that question. In it lies the release of abundant grace.
Well said Joseph.
When I first read this piece from Eileen, I was in church and almost fell on my knees immediately. “How do You do it, Lord?” I stand in awe of His awesomeness each day and I hope every reader feels the same sense of unworthiness on our part and graciousness of HIS. Thanks ever so much, Eileen for sharing so gracefully.
Joseph, I am honored for the opportunity to share here today! Thank you again for having me!