Guided Through the Tempest

Tell your story!

Let the redeemed of the Lord tell their story –
Psalm 107:2a

Redeem: to free from what distresses or harms, such as
a: to free from captivity by payment of ransom
b: to extricate from or help to overcome something detrimental
c: to release from blame or debt: clear
d: to free from the consequences of sin
MerriamWebster.com

“Some went out on the sea in ships; they were merchants on the mighty waters. They saw the works of the Lord, his wonderful deeds in the deep. For he spoke and stirred up a tempest that lifted high the waves. They mounted up to the heavens and went down to the depths; in their peril their courage melted away. They reeled and staggered like drunkards; they were at their wits’ end. Then they cried out to the Lord in their trouble, and he brought them out of their distress. He stilled the storm to a whisper; the waves of the sea were hushed. They were glad when it grew calm, and he guided them to their desired haven. Let them give thanks to the Lord for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for mankind. Let them exalt him in the assembly of the people and praise him in the council of the elders.”
Psalm 107:23-32

What sort of storms has God guided you through? Maybe you have:

ridden the roller coaster of life with an addict
experienced prolonged frustration
been in the throes of panic
felt dizzied by constant change
been at the mercy of someone who couldn’t make up their mind
got a glimpse of eternity and didn’t like where you were headed
felt unable catch a break
had a mental breakdown
considered or attempted suicide

From what kind of tempest have you been redeemed?

“Let the redeemed of the Lord tell their story –
those he redeemed from the hand of the foe…”
Psalm 107:2

Please consider sharing how God has set you free from what once held you. There is no encouragement for someone in a dark place that is quite like the hope offered by someone who was once there but has been successfully redeemed! We’ve all been saved from something and most of us from many things. Let’s celebrate the wins between us; God has been so faithful!

This is the last post in the “Tell Your Story” series! If you’d like to revisit the others, here are the links:
Tell Your Story
Provision in the Wastelands
Broken Chains
Delivered from Afflictions

I have one to share! I had a wonderful job which turned into something different when the company I work for was purchased by another, larger one. I didn’t want to leave for several reasons, the least of which was the fact that my family relied on my benefits. There didn’t seem to be any option for me, but God provided one. It came late, according to my timetable… I wanted instant relief… but God’s timing is perfect and I was able to make a move to a different department in the same company. It was nothing short of a miracle, because I didn’t think I was qualified for the new position. God took care of me. When I thought there was no hope, He already had a blessing in motion. If you can relate, hang in there! Your miracle may be around the next bend.

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