Looking forward, looking back.

How clearly does the Lord provide in times of need. How great and magnificent is His power. Listening to Dr. Don A. Carson on Friday night and then again this morning has had a tremendous impact on my soul. Not only is he a renowned author, trusted theologian, and a clearly anointed man of God, but I know absolutely nothing of his personality. I could listen to this man and feel safe and nourished: I was fed for the first time in many, many months. Praise God for provision.

Today was a good day spent with good company. Joel was kind enough to help me with scheduling and sorting out the mess of transfer-credit-paperwork and Melody sweetly shared with me some of her story. I like these people. I fully expect that my plan for their lives will come to fruition (see conversation had at Pick Up Stix).

Also, the above photo spoke to me. It is of the sky before Hurricane Katrina hit. Incredibly beautiful, fantastic even, but the source of so much pain and suffering. Perhaps there is a metaphor to be had.

This morning (afternoon), during the worship at the end of church, I prayed acknowledgement to God that He will not forsake me. I know this; I learn this over, and over again. But to say it out loud is extremely comforting and has a tremendous impact on my heart and mind. It also helps me to trust that God will provide. Because He will. He will.

"Cast your cares on the Lord

and he will sustain you;

he will never let the righteous fall.

But you, O God, will bring down the wicked

into the pit of corruption;

bloodthirsty and decietful men

will not live out half their days.

But as for me, I trust in you."

Psalm 55:22-23