Monday, June 27, 2011
Passage below taken from girlfriendsingod.com devotional material. *Dr. Billy Graham tells the story of a little child who was playing with a very valuable vase. The child put his hand into the vase but could not pull it out. His father tried to free the little boy’s hand, but couldn’t. They were thinking of breaking the vase when the father said, “Son, let’s try one more time. Open your hand and hold your fingers out really straight and then pull.” The look of alarm on the boy’s face surprised the dad until the little boy explained, “Oh no, Father. I can’t hold my fingers like that. If I did, I would drop my penny.” Many of us are like that little boy – holding onto something that is keeping us from letting go and letting God have His way in our lives. It doesn’t really matter what that something is. If it is keeping us from surrendering to God, it is our captor and we are its hostage.* Dear Father, I want to be set free. Please, help me let go of what I feel is of value to me(the penny) so I can have complete release from the bondage(the vase). I didn't realize how hard I have been holding this penny in my palm until I start to hurt myself with the strong grasp, affecting not just my palm or hands but my whole body. It also hinders other routines or activities of the body. Lord, I want to be set free. Thank you for your love, Lord. In Jesus's name I pray, Amen.
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