Excerpt from Soul Cries devotional,
copyright Regan 2012
*2013 National Indie Excellence Award Finalist*
Glimpses
1 Chronicles 17:16-17
(The Message)
King David went in, took his place before God, and
prayed: Who am I, my Master God, and what is my family, that you have brought
me to this place in life? But that's nothing compared to what's coming, for you've
also spoken of my family far into the future, given me a glimpse into tomorrow
and looked on me, Master God, as a Somebody.
This passage makes me smile. How human David’s heart is as
he shares his awe of God. He stands in awe of a God who is personal, intimate,
and works for the good of His people. This God calls us into life with purpose
and destiny. His words and plans propel us into the future. His gaze is on us;
He sees us and knows us like no other. How incredible that we have a God who
speaks over our families far into the future. Not only does God propel us
forward with good purpose, but He also gives us glimpses into tomorrow. He
looks on us and tells us who we are.
I pray over you right now, reader. I pray that you will have
glimpses into the tomorrow of God. I pray that you will hear what He speaks
over you, your children, and your family. I pray that His words over your
future will fill you with faith, confidence, and awe. May you know who you are,
truly, deeply, and eternally.
1. Have you heard God’s heartbeat over your family? Pray
that God will speak to you about His heart for your household. Pray that you
will hear and see His words of purpose concerning the future of your family.
2. Journal about a time when you heard God speak of your
present or future. Did you see a glimpse of His plan? How did your feelings
relate to David’s feelings of awe?
