Day 143: Ezra 2:70 - 6:22

It's so interesting to read about King Cyrus and King Darius and the roles they played in reestablishing God's people. At first glance, one would assume that these two kings would have a negative impact on the Children of Israel and them getting back to the land that God promised them, but at least in this part of history, God was able to use these two men to get His people back to their homeland with arms full of blessings so they could rebuild the life that God had promised them. We need to always remember that even though there may be people in our lives currently who would appear to play a role opposite what God wants for our lives, if we will  just be faithful and trust in God, He can use even the most unlikely people and/or circumstances to see to it that His will is accomplished. As long as our faith is in Him, we no longer have to concern ourselves with everything else around us.

- Lord, help me to remember that You're will is all that matters and it's not my job to decided how it will be carried out or who will help me carry it out. Give me the strength to accept help from even the most unlikely sources so that I can do what is right and accomplish what You've put in my heart to accomplish. -