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Still Saturday: When You Face Unexpected Demands

May 15, 2015 By Sandra Heska King

GRACE SUFFICIENT

I AM A MIGHTY GOD.

Nothing is too difficult for Me.

I have chosen to use weak ones like you to accomplish My purposes. Your weakness is designed to open you up to My Power. Therefore, do not fear your limitations or measure the day’s demands against your strength. What I require of you is to stay connected to me, living in trusting dependence on My limitless resources. When you face unexpected demands, there is no need to panic. Remember that I am with you. Talk with Me, and listen while I talk you through each challenging situation.

I am not a careless God. When I allow difficulties to come into your life, I equip you fully to handle them. Relax in My Presence, trusting in My Strength.

~Sarah Young, Jesus Calling

 

GRACE SUFFICIENT 2

 

In the stillness,

Sandy

 

Sandra Heska King - Still Saturday

Welcome to the Still Saturday Community where we pause after a busy week, move in quiet pilgrimage, maybe linger a while in some still place, and soak in the beauty of images and reflect on the depth of sparse words. We’d love for you to join us. Grab the button and link up below. We all love to hear if something especially speaks to your heart, but please don’t feel pressured to comment. Simply take some time to be still together, to gaze long and drink deep.

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  1. Elizabeth Stewart says

    May 16, 2015 at 1:14 am

    I am so thankful that your family is safe, but what a frightening ordeal to go through. I pray for God’s peace to heal you all and His provision for all that has been lost.

    • Sandra Heska King says

      May 18, 2015 at 10:39 am

      Thank you, dear Elizabeth. Yes… He is the God who sees. And He’s in control.

  2. Terri Presser says

    May 16, 2015 at 2:42 am

    I am so glad that your family is safe and no one was hurt. You have an amazing granddaughter. Thank you so much for the link up and may you all be blessed.

    • Sandra Heska King says

      May 18, 2015 at 10:40 am

      Thanks for linking, Terri. And yes, she is our amazing Grace. 🙂

  3. Patricia @ Pollywog Creek says

    May 16, 2015 at 8:26 am

    So sorry about all you and your loved ones are going through right now…grateful for Sarah Young’s words to remind all of us of the truth that He is here. “The Lord is at hand.” It says in Philippians. I pray that brings all of you such comfort and peace. Love you big, my beautiful friend.

    • Sandra Heska King says

      May 18, 2015 at 10:41 am

      Love you bigger, Patricia. He is at hand indeed.

      Happy Birthday!

  4. Michele Morin says

    May 16, 2015 at 8:41 am

    Sandra, the fact that you are writing and sharing with us during this crazy time is evidence of God’s working in your life. Thank you for hosting us in this quiet place today.

    • Sandra Heska King says

      May 18, 2015 at 10:42 am

      Oh, Michele. That made me catch my breath. Thank you.

  5. Jason Stasyszen says

    May 16, 2015 at 12:09 pm

    Such a wise reminder. His grace is all I’ve got! Thanks Sandra.

    • Sandra Heska King says

      May 18, 2015 at 10:43 am

      His grace is all we need. Thank you, Jason.

  6. Joanne Viola says

    May 16, 2015 at 1:36 pm

    May we rest in this today … “I am not a careless God. When I allow difficulties to come into your life, I equip you fully to handle them.” Thank you for sharing these words today. Blessings to you & your family!

    • Sandra Heska King says

      May 18, 2015 at 10:43 am

      He’s not careless… and doesn’t care less. He cares way more than we give Him credit for, I think. Bless your week, Joanne.

  7. Nina says

    May 17, 2015 at 11:35 am

    Thank you for these words of encouragement, Sandy – Praying for your family in the time of crises, that everything will settle and be fine again,
    Nina

    • Sandra Heska King says

      May 18, 2015 at 10:44 am

      Thanks so much, Nina. I’m sure He’s going to bring all kinds of beauty out of these ashes.

  8. Nellie says

    May 17, 2015 at 6:50 pm

    Hi Sandra,
    This is my first time to visit and to link up with you. Loved your post as I recognized it right away, I have the Jesus calling book too……..it is just the most anointed lil book, and I am
    still reading it after 3 years and it still speaks to me every time.
    Your photography skills are marvelous, such a beautiful picture, so thanks for sharing this
    post with us, it was all lovely.
    Blessings for a good week ahead,
    Nellie

    • Sandra Heska King says

      May 18, 2015 at 10:45 am

      Welcome, Nellie! I’m so glad you’re here. I wish we could share a cup of tea and I could hear your heart. Bless your week.

  9. Lux Ganzon says

    May 18, 2015 at 1:37 pm

    I hope everyone’s okay.
    God really is with you.

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