An article to encourage you to sit at that table on a daily basis!
The morning sun peeked in my window causing me to
awaken. I stretched my arms as I looked
around my room. Ahhhh…..gratefulness
warms my heart as I see my table prepared for me once again. The faithfulness and generosity of my Lord is
beyond measure and understanding. I
slip out of bed and slide into my chair…made exactly to my dimensions and
softly padded with perfection. My Lord
slips my robe over my shoulders. With
it’s weight, I immediately feel the
security, the love and the value this royal robe transfers to my inner most
being. I sigh with a relief; a contentment, and I feel my soul rise to meet
the morning with dignity.
The tablecloth radiates a pure white. Elaborate stitching on the cloth carves out
flowers, vines and fruit. The thread is
also pure white dusted with a glitter of gold.
A centerpiece in the midst of the table holds a tall, clear sapphire
vase with an assortment of my favorite scented flowers…..hyacinths, lilacs,
roses. The fragrance is heavenly and as
I inhale deeply, I feel an anointing and a holy energy flow through my veins. His
presence and His love surround me without and fill me within.
What a table my Lord has spread! I see Him step near and his beautiful hands
reach out to lift the silver carafe. It
is full of the wine of joy and gladness!
I admire the smoothness of the skin of His hands and the gentle manner
in which they move as He fills my golden goblet full of the rich drink. I hardly can hold back my eagerness as I
reach forward to drink deeply from the heavy goblet. As the smooth liquid glides down my throat, my heart begins
to sing praises to my King! His joy is
without measure!
My plate is also of fine gold. Around the edges are carvings of majestic
trees bearing fruit. Each leaf appears
to be intricately formed. My utensils
shine and await the touch of my hands.
My napkin feels like silk as I place it on my lap. Not
only is the wine abundant, but the feast of food begins to come. As much as I want….as much as I have time
for. Savory stews, tender meats,
vegetables with sauces, desserts with delicate and bold flavors. Each dish meets a need within me. His strength infuses every fiber of my
being. With His provision, there is no
fear of lack. With his strength, there
is no danger of failure.
His equipping is complete.
My enemies have no power over me.
They have watched with fury and trembling the love, care and empowerment
I have received. Nothing can compete
with His provision. Not only has it
been adequate, it has been abundant beyond measure.
I rest. I bask. I do not deserve this table. Yet, I need it so deeply. It satisfies the longings of my heart. It edifies me. It prepares me for the battle that I face
yet ahead. I scoot back my chair, grab
my sword, and step forward with confidence.
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