...but sought the God

          of his father

and walked in

     His commandments.

Therefore the LORD

established the kingdom

           in his hand...

His heart was courageous

in the ways of the LORD.

         2 Chronicles 17. 4-6

(Seeking the LORD

produces a fresh courage

in the familiar

and the unknown

and in the overwhelming.

We approach circumstances

             differently,

because we see God

       and the situation

                 differently.

The situation may not change

      but our hearts are altered

      with His strength.

Courage is not being brave

       despite circumstances,

but relying on the Almighty

       in the midst of them.

Not being caught up in

   what might happen,

but God's Presence in it

           and with us.

What do we choose?

Our own strength

          or His?)

O LORD,

Thank You for Your mercies on us,

Your strength in the midst

    of what should bring us down,

Your protection and provision

    even in ways we are not aware,

Your fresh courage

    when we are weary,

Your faithfulness

   even when we are not,

Your steadfast love

   which endures forever.

Help us to face this day

differently

because we walk with You.

There are no small obediences

           in Your sight.

And nothing that

    You cannot redeem.