Abase & Abound

“Consider the work of God. For who is able to straighten what He has bent? In the day of prosperity be happy, but in the day of adversity consider – God has made the one as well as the other so that man may not discover anything that will be after him.” Ecclesiastes 7:113-14

“Not that I speak from want; for I have learned to be content in whatever circumstances I am. I know how to get along with humble means, and I also know how to live in prosperity; in any and every circumstance I have learned the secret of being filled and going hungry, both of having abundance and suffering need. I can do all things through Him who strengthens me. Nevertheless, you have done well to share with me in my affliction.” Philippians 4:11-15

Abase = to humiliate or degrade someone else or yourself. From a word meaning low.

Abound = to exist in large numbers, an abundance. From a word meaning overflow.

“’The thief comes only to steal, and kill, and destroy; I come that they might have life, and might have it abundantly.’” John 10:10

He has a plan for your life. The big question is, will you trust Him or keep struggling?

Stay near God's Word. Take care. Your servant & friend in Christ, Darlene

PS: Prayer Requests: Reg’s long drive to be safe and his ministry. Doctors and specialists caring for Lyle’s brother (he’s better, but is still unable to stand. Has two more weeks in a wheelchair – what a miracle to know this!!), David, Adrian and Randy. Gregg to sell his home in the UK. The Kossallys and me during some big changes. Pray for God’s will for a project for me in Pakistan in November.