Scripture:

2 John 3
3 Grace, mercy and peace will be with us, from God the Father and from Jesus Christ, the Son of the Father, in truth and love.
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Thoughts:

It is interesting that John says "will be with us" rather than "you."  This sounds almost strange to our ears to hear this affirmation of God's blessing directed back at ones self.  But we need to remember that the good things of God are not just for others, but for all of us in Him. 

What thing in your life are you struggling to believe God for?  What good thing do you wish He would bring to pass?  Though we never want to be presumptuous with God's will, at the same time, we must not allow pessimism to keep us from what God has for us.  He cares for you and me, as much as anyone else in all of history.  Trust Him, He is on your side!


Prayer:

God, disappointment in life tends to callous our hearts.  Help me to believe in You as I did when my faith was new.  Give me the same excitement and optimism, that same hopeful disposition and childlike faith. 

Amen