Out Of Options?

Now I know that there is no God in all the earth, except Israel. - 2 Kings 5:15


As ancient Syria's mightiest military commander, General Naaman had all the benefits the empire could offer: influence, affluence, and power. All, that is, except for health! Naaman was a leper (2 Kings 5:1-3).

In contrast, the servant girl in the general's household had no options or power at all. As a captive from an army raid, she had been forced into a lifetime of slavery (v.2). But she did not permit herself to be overcome by despair and bitterness. Rather, she rose above her no-option estate to serve wholeheartly the best interests of her master.

This servant girl didn't see her master's leprosy as God's punishement but as an opportunity to point Naaman to God's prophet in Samaria (v.3). Her recommendation led to Naaman's complete healing. He declared, "Now I know that there is no God in all the earth, except in Israel" (v.15).

Today, many people have abundant options. Others, however, have their choices curtailed by poverty, poor health, or other adverse circumstances. When a crisis comes, even their limited options evaporate.

Yet one choice always reminds. Like Naaman's servant girl, we can still choose to serve God and point others to Him - regardless of our limited circumstances. - Albert Lee


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' Tis mineto choose if self shall die
And never rise again;
' Tis mine to yield the throne to Christ
And bid Him rule and reign. - Christiansen

... Facing an impossibility gives us the opportunity to trust God. ...


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Always remember that God is there for anytime, anywhere, anyhow...

Not only when we come to something that we are not able to solve, but also during our joyfull time... to praise and worship Him... is the reason to live...