Saturday morning and it is day (I have no idea of the lock down). We are in the midst of WuHan/Chinese virus/Covid19/novel Corona virus “pandemic” and officially in a “Shelter in place” order from the state.
I say I don’t know because a couple weeks ago the President and Federal Government were highly encouraging and then later requesting people to “self-isolate” until March 30th. Then early last week, I was notified from my licensing board that I must shut down my business until April 30th. (I am a massage therapist). Last Saturday, the Governor was asking people to voluntarily self-isolate at home. Monday, Denver County mandated a lock down until April 10th and then Wednesday, Jefferson County mandated a lock down until April 17th. Our President has subsequently asked people to continue to self isolate until April 11th – with the hope that Easter we would begin to have a plan in place to come back together with physical distancing still in place. Honestly, what the heck?
It would seem that in the middle of this worldwide mess, no one knows quiet what is happening moment to moment or who is leading/following, etc. BUT, I do know that God knew and knows all that is happening, what is needed, and how He is working all of it out for my good and HIS Glory.
I start my day in the word and find I have a great peace and as my day goes on and yes, if I following the news at all, I begin to loose my peace. My hope is not in man, but firmly in God but I do find myself frustrated with the craziness in place, particularly in our government antics.
I have to lead myself back to the word and ask my gracious Father to set my heart right again.
2 Chronicles 20:17 has helped enormously – the battle is NOT mine to fight. He will fight this battle (actually – he has already won the battle) I simply have to wait.
So many thoughts –like so many of us. Peace to you today. Stay in HIS word.
Mama Bear Moments 