Peace like a River
I love to go to the mountains for a time of vacation. Usually, there is a nice little river close by. It is so relaxing and peaceful to go and sit by the river. The coolness from the stream and the sounds of the water flowing gently past are very refreshing. I could just sit there for a long time. I have also been to the beach. I like to get out in the waves and allow the waves to wash over me. There is so much water and so much force with each wave that I have to work to stay standing upright. God uses these two word pictures to make an appeal to His people. (Isaiah 48:18) "Oh, that you had listened to My commands. Then, you would have had peace flowing like a gentle river and righteousness rolling over you like waves in the sea." I believe there are two great truths given to us in this verse. Let's ask God to speak to us. It could make a huge difference in our lives. Most people do not have peaceful lives. They have constant strife and conflict. This comes out of their...