Jehovah-Jireh My Provider (01-23-07)

If life is a fortress where one is isolated and stocked to resist the assault of others, there comes moments of lonely choices. We all build walls to defend psychological territory we have deemed valuable. Throughout our lives we come under siege as those with influence seek to lay claim to our domain. This fortress is always changing shape. There are inner courts most sacred and the outer courts which most come into dispute. As I analyze my fortress under the assault of government I get the sense many times I have not sufficiently stocked my stores to endure until the end. This is a desperate place because you truly are not prevailed upon by someone stronger but have failed in your own calculations. I’ve kind of found myself in this place recently as many of you have. There comes a desperate cry out to Jehovah-Jireh the providing God. What has always happened to me before I have to lower my gates and submit to the will of others is an insight or recollection is given in response to this prayer. I suddenly recall vast new storehouse God had hidden from me until that moment. Not only do they keep me in the fight but far exceed my own ideas of sufficiency. My resolve is strengthened and my endurance lengthened until it has the effect of reverse upon my enemy. They now see dwindling supplies, poor planning and a new slew of lonely choices. Suddenly the taker is threatened with having to depart leaving much booty behind. Now that which was intended for harm has enriched you. Many shortcut this blessing by letting down their gates before seeking Jireh. At the end of the year with my faith focused upon a word of deliverance I had only prepared stores for that moment. Jireh hear my prayer burst forth from a famished soul and instantly my eyes were opened. I will share more with you soon in the ram in the thickets. If you find yourself pulled beyond your resources this is where God begins. As I found comfort, strength and endurance I’m certain you will too. Quitting is not an option. I encourage you from that lonely place to call upon Jireh.