Hagar, Abraham, Jacob, Moses, the Israelite nation, Samson's mother, Joshua and the Apostle John all have something in common. They all experienced an Angel of God in their midst. These Angels guided, advised, informed, defended, revealed, and prepared the people; helping them do what they were unable or unwilling to do themselves. These Angels enhanced the lives of those they came to touch.
"When the angel of the LORD appeared to Gideon, he said, "The LORD is with you, mighty warrior." (Judges 6:12)
When the angel came to Gideon, a farmer, the heavenly being came to bolster up Gideon. He was a farmer, but God had plans for this farmer to become a mighty warrior. He knew the potential of this man and the angel was there to affirm the warrior. God does these things today even. Have you ever felt like God was calling you to a certain ministry for which you were totally unprepared?
The LORD answered, “I will be with you" (Judges 6:16)
I love the saying, "God doesn't call the equipped, He equips the called." That is what He did with Moses, Abraham, Gideon, and it is what he does with you and me. When we are in over our head it is because He want us to spend more time on our knees.
"I can do all things through him who strengthens me." (Philippians 4:13)
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