"A bruised reed He will not break, And a dimly burning wick He will not extinguish;" Isaiah 42:3
When Isaiah prophesied of the Messiah, He showed Him as a Gentle Savior. Jesus described Himself as "gentle and lowly in heart" (Matthew 11:29). The word "lowly" here means "humble". Jesus is gentle and He has a humble heart.
Throughout His ministry on earth, Jesus proved Himself to be compassionate and eager to answer the call of the hurting. He hasn't changed. When we come to Him in a weakened state, He doesn't crush us. He tenderly restores us. When our light has dimmed, He doesn't pinch it out. He lovingly fans the failing flame. Our Lord is tender, loving, compassionate and willing to answer us when we call out to Him for help. Life bruises us and dims our light. We need Jesus the Gentle Savior to heal and restore us so that we may once again shine for Him.
David Phelps' beautiful song Gentle Savior encourages me to give my hand to Jesus and let Him gently lead me. I hope it will encourage you in this way, as well.
I love you, I'm thinking of you, and I'm praying for you.
"Gentle Savior"
ReplyDeleteLove this. Thanks.
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My pleasure, Sandi. Have a great week! xx
DeleteHello Nancy,
ReplyDeleteYES!!!...I have been "pinched and crushed by life" so many times and I have found the ONLY true one is Jesus. Amen.
I can relate, Addie. Jesus never fails! Hugs.
DeleteGentle Savior. Gentle in spirit and gentle in reproof.
ReplyDeleteBTW, I thoroughly enjoyed the link you gave me about beach cottage look.
He's pretty amazing! Glad you enjoyed the link. I thought it was a very pretty and welcoming home. xx
DeleteBeautiful for this Monday. Love the pretty song too. Have a great week ahead. xoxo Kris
ReplyDeleteThank you Nancy! Needed this. xoxo Marilyn
ReplyDeleteI'm glad it had meaning to you, Marilyn. It was thoroughly my pleasure to share it. xx
DeleteI needed that today . . . I know He is always there and His mercy and love carries me through my many rough days. It's just nice to read it and know that He is working His life through all of His children and your sharing and encouragement is a true testimony to His work in you.
ReplyDeleteGod is good all the time :) Bless you.
Thank you for the reminder. I always enjoy David Phelps and this song is beautiful. Gentle Savior. I need Him every day.
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Betsy