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One Step at a Time

  • By faith, Abraham, when he was called, obeyed to go out to the place which he was to receive for an inheritance. He went out, not knowing where he went. By faith, he lived as an alien in the land of promise, as in a land not his own, dwelling in tents with Isaac and Jacob, the heirs with him of the same promise. Hebrews 11:8-9 WEB.

    In Genesis 12:1, the Lord told Abram to leave his father's house, relatives, and country and travel to a strange land that He would show him. Then it simply reads, "So Abram went as the Lord had told him." Take a moment and think about that. What an incredible leap of faith it was for Abram to leave his country and his family without first even knowing where he was going.

    At this point, God hadn't done anything for Abram except to tell him to leave his home. Yet, he stayed positive, wholly convinced that God was able to do what He had told him. Abram believed the Lord. He didn't have to leave his country at all if he had chosen not to. He made a deliberate choice to do what God told him, and now we read about Abraham, the father of nations. If Abram had chosen not to go, then God would have used someone else. We might be reading about someone named Mathias, the father of nations, instead.

    Only the first step of God's plan was revealed to Abram: "leave this place." Then after Abram obeyed the first step, God gave him the next one. Abram walked with God one step at a time, often not understanding why or where. When God tested Abram by asking him to sacrifice his son Issac, don't you think he wondered why? I would have. Abram overcame because He trusted God. That is the very essence of faith. You take the first step He shows you, then you trust Him to take care of the rest.

    Many times in my life, I didn't understand what the Lord was doing or why for He doesn't show us the end from the beginning. It comes one step at a time, so don't try to look too many moves ahead. Instead, focus on the next one. Often, I just had to take that next step and trust that the problem would work itself out, and it did, time after time.

    If you hold onto the things God has told you and merely walk through the doors that He opens, things are going to work out. Though it seems to be a narrow path lined with thorns, He has cleared the way in front of you. So stop looking to the left or the right, and focus on knowing Jesus. Trust Him, and don't let fear and unbelief hold you back. You don't have to understand where this is going or why, for He does.

    Prayer: Heavenly Father, I thank You for taking care of me. I know that You can see the big picture while I am limited to just today. Please draw my heart to You, and let me come to know You more deeply. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!

    Note: 'Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your request to God.' (Philippians 4:6-7) ~ If you have a prayer need, we are here for you! We and the prayer team are ready to lift you up at our private prayer page: RHM Prayer Network


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Kevin J. Eck
Kevin J. Eck Amen, I will keep my eyes focused on you Lord With your help!
Feb 25
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Debi Burton
Debi Burton Heavenly Father, I thank You for taking care of me. I know that You can see the big picture while I am limited to just today. Please draw my heart to You, and let me come to know You more deeply. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen! ❤️
Feb 25
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Debi Burton
Debi Burton Heavenly Father, I choose to trust in You. I know that You are there for me, and I am so thankful for all You do. Please restore my hope today and let Your Son shine through me. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen! ❤️
Feb 26
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Schalk  de Beer
Schalk de Beer

Yes Lord Jesus, amen. 

Feb 25
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Kay Collinsworth
Kay Collinsworth

Amen 

Feb 25
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Dana Rozell
Dana Rozell

Amen in Jesus Name

Feb 25
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Candy Laventure
Candy Laventure

Amen!

Feb 25
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Patricia Walker
Patricia Walker

AMEN. Heavenly Father, Walk with me. One step at a time I trust YOU Lord. AMEN

Feb 25
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Wanda Pennington
Wanda Pennington

Yes LORD,  Amen..

Feb 25
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Celeste Strenn
Celeste Strenn

Amen

Feb 25
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Cathy Webb
Cathy Webb

My prayer this morning: Let me come to know You more deeply, Lord. Amen

Feb 25
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Scott Riegelmann
Scott Riegelmann

I know you are guiding my life and my steps Thank you Father my trust is in your ways 

Feb 25
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David Krull
David Krull

Amen. 

Feb 25
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Marisa Jackson
Marisa Jackson

Amen!!

Feb 25
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Lynn Brown
Lynn Brown

Father please help me to take one step at a time and always trust You, Amen!

Feb 25
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Yvette York
Yvette York

Amen Good Morning Everyone 

Feb 25
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Richard Mondello
Richard Mondello

In Lord Christ Yeshua's name we pray, Amen. 

Feb 25
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Mari Kaufmann
Mari Kaufmann

I trust your guidance God Amen 

Feb 25
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Wesley Paulus
Wesley Paulus

Amen! 

Feb 25
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David Fabillaran
David Fabillaran

Amen Lord Jesus!

Feb 25
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Brenda F
Brenda F

Amen

Feb 26
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Sandra Colby
Sandra Colby

I GO AROUND THE HOUSE TRYING TO WALK WITH OUT MY CANE, I'M LIVEING BY FAITH, AND I NOTICE THE MORE I SING THE BETTER I WALK, MY HEAVENLY FATHER IS WATCHING ME AND ONE STEP AT A TIME IS ALL I HAVE TO DO. I'M LIVEING BY FAITH AND FEEL NO ALARM

Mar 16