Numbers 14:8-9 "If the LORD delight in
us, then he will bring us into this land, and give it us; a land which floweth
with milk and honey. (9) Only rebel not ye against the LORD, neither fear
ye the people of the land; for they are bread for us: their defence is departed
from them, and the LORD is with us: fear them not."
We saw the background for this yesterday. Today will be a
brief, but very important principle. Why does God allow storms and
struggles in our lives? I'm not going to pretend that I know the fullness of
that answer, but I believe at least a partial answer is found in these verses.
"they are bread for us"
First, it is a part of life. Jesus told us, "In this
world, you shall have tribulation." But most important, struggles will
strengthen. If we look at them as an opportunity to rest upon the
Lord.
"the LORD is with us" He has promised never to
leave us. Lean heavily upon Him. Depend upon Him. Trust Him. Follow Him. His
love is incredible!