While trying to sleep last night, our neighbor's dog across the street was barking loudly non-stop. I prayed non-stop on behalf of myself and other neighbors who couldn't sleep because of it. I also prayed for the inconsiderate owners of this dog. The dog stopped barking and everything got very quiet.
THEN, my hubby started bouncing around, seizing, and shaking the bed. I think some meds he's taking causes this. Again, I prayed non-stop and he finally got still and I was able to fall asleep.
AFTER THAT, the dog began barking all over again - so, I resumed that prayer again. The dog got quiet just as before, and I dozed back off to sleep.
THEN, our next door neighbor came out and started shooting his gun. It could be that he was frustrated about the dog barking, and this was his way of showing it. He was so close to our window that I could hear him cocking his gun. I left him alone, and didn't pray about it. Eventually, he went back inside and I dozed back off.
I awoke this morning at about a quarter to 5:00 and went to the Living Room to pour out my heart to God about last night, and as I stood praying, I suddenly remembered yesterday's Verse Of The Day (Hebrews 12:11). I sat down and pulled it up, and my mouth dropped open.😯
It clicked! I had endured some chastening. A feeling of warmth rushed through my body, as I suddenly realized, I had endured strength training.🏋💪
To God be the glory.
Dee Richardson, Voice of the Dove †