His Haand

Luke 1:66 Everyone who heard this wondered about it, asking, “What then is this child going to be?” For the Lord’s hand was with him.
 
“CAN I give you a hand?” Isn’t it good when someone offers to help you with a task? It means they care about you. They want to lighten you work and help you complete it more easily. A helping hand at the right time is a wonderful blessing. This reflects God’s image. Psalms 46:1 God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. When someone offers to help you, see it as God’s strength and mercy coming to you.  
    The Lord’s hand was on Zechariah’s and Elizabeth’s son John. People knew John’s life was God’s special miracle and a loving sign.
    In Acts, Luke used the same phrase to note God’s help for his evangelists: Acts 11:21 “The Lord’s hand was with them, and a great number of people believed and turned to the Lord.” The only way the church could begin was for God’s hand through the Holy Spirit to powerfully change the hearts of those who spoke and heard the gospel message of salvation in Jesus.
    The Lord’s hand is his power to protect, guide, transform and care for his people. We thank God he does not sit by with his hands folded to merely watch you live your life. He ignites your life into a new creation. The Holy Spirit offers the Savior’s hand to you, and says, “Here, take my hand. I’ll pull you up, so you are close beside me. I’ll keep you from falling. I will keep you under my care. I’ll lead you through the trouble you are facing to a good place to be safe with me. Be at ease. Be confident. I’m here loving you. Take my hand.”
    When you pick up your Bible, look for God’s hand. It’s there on every page waiting to help you.
 
Prayer: Thank you, Lord, for your warm, loving, powerful hand. In Jesus’ name, I receive your help. Amen.