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Today's Early Church Wisdom
“My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing. If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him. But let him ask in faith, with no doubting, for he who doubts is like a wave of the sea driven and tossed by the wind. For let not that man suppose that he will receive anything from the Lord; he is a double-minded man, unstable in all his ways.” (James 1:2-8)
~ James the Just (Birth unknown, died 62 AD. Brother of Jesus, first Bishop of Jerusalem, and writer of the New Testament Epistle of James).
This week's Psalm is Psalm 31 'My Rock, My Shield, My Song'

Trust That Your Steps Are Sure

Any climber or mountaineer knows that each move matters. Every step of the climb must be carefully executed. Sometimes life is like that. Our path which perhaps was once a little easier, now becomes more challenging, and there may be time when we are uncertain as to how we should proceed. Whether on a mountain or simply the road of life, our foot can slip, and this could prove injurious, or even fatal. God knows the real challenge of navigating life successfully, which is why the Psalmist says, “He will not allow your foot to be moved; He who keeps you will not slumber” (Psalm 121:3). Not only does God guard the steps of those who love Him and diligently seek Him – He does this 24/7. Thanks to His constant love, we can trust that our steps are sure. Let Him show you where to tread and all will be well. He knows the way, and His way for you is sure, conceived in eternity past, and playing out now, as you daily look and listen to Him. 