Week 5: Summer of Signs

Reading

• Psalm 86
• Key verse: 86:17

Reflection

I was going through a fraud investigation on my credit card with my banking institution. Sometimes these cases can be open and closed, but this instance had some additional complexities and I was concerned about getting my money back. As I would gather my evidence and speak with different representatives, I was praying that God would bless my all efforts and give me favor. It had been about 5 days after I submitted my case and I hadn’t heard any communication on where the progress was, so I reached out to my bank via chat at 3:28 am because I couldn’t sleep. 

Again, praying for favor and answers, then God gave me a sign.

Look at the name of the representative that joined the chat. 

Jesus’ name alone brings comfort and help in times of uncertainty and His name appearing on my screen instantly soothed me. He didn’t perform a big miracle at that point but He showed me the power and goodness of his name entering the chat, just like the power of his name entering your home, or the hospital or work. 

Thank you God for signs of your goodness. 

Summer Practice

A practical response to Psalm 86:

• Be compassionate and gracious to others – remembering God is compassionate and gracious.
• Depend on God in every situation.
• Call on the name of Jesus. 

See you next week!