But your eyes have seen every great act of the Lord which He did. Deuteronomy 11:7

 One of my many blessings is having great neighbors. Yesterday he and I had a conversation about some of his life’s experiences. One of his stories was about a time when someone pulled a gun on him and thankfully wasn’t shot. He said God was watching over him. As our conversation continued, we both concluded that we are truly blessed with everything God has provided us.

 Today’s passage in Deuteronomy is a good reminder that we should always keep in mind God’s goodness. By doing so, it gives you confidence when faced with desperate situations, even when facing a gun, that God is with you and helps in time of crises. Everything about God is good and everything He permits to come your way is meant to grow your faith and trust in Him. In the process, you develop His characteristics, as you become more Christlike. I don’t know about you, but I can’t think of anything better than becoming more like Him.

 As you close out this year, take time to think back to those difficult and challenging times and see where God’s hand intervened on your behalf to yield a better you. If you struggle to see His workings, ask God to provide you that vision, and He will bring it to light. God is always with you, trust Him every day in 2024, and know His ways are working to make your life resemble His. God bless!