PODCAST EPISODE # 11

TOPIC: “THE LORD IS WITH US!”

SCRIPTURE TEXT: PSALMS 23:4

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.

DESCRIPTION: In today’s episode of the MARY L WHITBY TEACHING MOMENT, I want to share a few of my favorite bible verses that have kept me in the midst. Challenges.  It is so comforting to know that God is with you.  Scriptures that were written afore time are testimonies to give us strength and courage to face, mountains and giants.  Your situration is no surpise to God.  Remember to thank God for His grace and mercy that is there for us no matter what.

TRANSCRIPT: 

“THE LORD IS WITH US,” is just where I want to start reminding you that we are not alone.  There are times when our emotions can get the best of us, causing us to worry and fear.  The Word of God in Romans chapter twelve and verse two says, “And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.”  I want to focus on “but be ye transformed.  To be transformed is to change a thing into a different thing. transform implies a major change in form, nature, or function. Each day God gives us new mercy to carry us through the day.  He has given us promises from His Word.  The things that He promised don’t look anything like what we are experiencing.  It is not matching at all.  That is where faith, believing, and trusting comes into play.

I keep a copy of The Bible Promise Book handy so that I will keep sight of what things should look like.  Stay armed and ready at all times.  Don’t forget you do have an enemy, one who cares nothing about blindsiding you.  Be sober and vigilant at all times.  The first scripture  I want to encourage you to be transformed with is Psalms twenty - three and verse four:  nothing can be scarier than to enter into a place called a valley of the shadow of death.  I think of a low place surrounded by tall structures with no way of escape.  Sorry, but can hear and see evil maybe I have been exposed to scary movies and trauma has already entered my life even in the womb maybe.  How do I not fear?  Okay Great God, Your turn to transform me.  My mind needs renewing.  I mentioned being scared.  When I am scared I become confused, and I feel discouraged. I feel helpless and insignificant.  What in the world I am to do?  At this point, I get a news flash.  I am with you!  My next response is Where?  The last time I was told that someone would be with me.  No one showed up.  That has been stored in my memory.  You are on your own get out the best way that you can.  So much for my efforts.  I felt trapped.  Where are you, God? I was even more emotional.  How can I be comforted?  Let’s go back to the Word I will fear no evil, for you are with me; repeat this one: I will fear no evil, for you are with me.  Where is the Lord?  He is with you.  What else did the scripture say?  your rod and your staff, they comfort me.  Not only is He with me; His rod which is His authority, power, discipline, and defense of his people, the staff represents all that is longsuffering and kind. Love is kind and suffers a long it goes all the way with you.  The more that you recall the power of God’s Word over your life you are calling on God to prove what is that good, acceptable, and perfect, will of God.”  The shepherd is with the sheep.  You are never alone.  Isaiah forty-one and verse ten says, “ Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.  You can count on God.  Remember the RIGHT HAND IS A REMINDER OF HIS AUTHORITY. Then you will see Him in His Glory.  Opening up over your head a window in the valley, so that you can see Him guiding you through that deep dark valley.  Thank you for joining me today with this