Turning The Mind To The Word

Beat your breasts for the pleasant fields,
for the fruitful vine,
for the soil of my people
growing up in thorns and briers,
yes, for all the joyous houses
in the exultant city.
--Isaiah 32:12-13

The drought in the west of the nation comes to mind easily from my location, but thorns and briers in the word of God often speak to the cares of the world. One of those cares may be the cost of a little exultation. With inflation taking off like the best top fuel dragster these last few months, we certainly have plenty to worry about when it comes to costs. During those times of increased care and worry, it may not be easy to turn the mind to the word of God. The times of celebration and exultation are of course no easier. We are faced with thorns and briers right in among the pleasant fields and fruitful vines. All of it seems to conspire to remove our thoughts from the One who saved us by His Word. Jesus reminded us in John 16:33 that He has overcome the world, and He told us of tribulation in the world at the same time. Turn the mind to the Word, for that is right where we are this day.

Peace, joy and love to you in Christ the Lord!

Bucky