The Grands Letter

Dear Grands,

Pslam 37:23-24, “The steps of a man are established by the LORD; And He delights in his way.

24 When he falls, he shall not be hurled headlong; Because the LORD is the One who holds his hand.”

A few days ago, I had the opportunity of a conversation with a nice, Christian man. I learned quickly that he was a pastor and a conservative on almost all things that our convesation allowed. When the President of the United States entered our discussion, I was amazed that he took a very dim view of what has been accomplished under his administration. I sought to smooth the way by saying that there were a few things I wished the President would do and not do, yet I rejoice in what he has done to energize our nation.

I shared that my investigation had given me confidence that President Trump is a truly born-again man, although I could wish he would omit unnecessary vulgarities from his speech. My friend would have none of it; yet his conversation allowed that believers in Christ do need to experience growth. In other words, he allowed the need for growth in the average Christian, but not in the President.

The Psalmist exorts us all to be patient and trusting with others. Believing men’s steps are ordained by the LORD. He delights in man’s spiritual growth. At the same time, when His children stumble, He tightly grasps their hands, so that they do not fall. Even after we’ve committed ourselves to Him, we are subject to falling back into sin. What keeps us from going headlong into the muck of evil, is His protection.

Our little grandson is only four months old. He cannot walk, although grasping his hands and walking patiently with him, we find that he tries. Were he to fall, none of us would laugh and walk away leaving him alone, abandoned, fallen and crying. He needs us, and we will not fail him. How much more do we need the LORD to hold and balance us. Yes, our feet do wobble from time-to-time; still, He is there to sustain us as we grow in His grace.

Whatever hurt, whatever maladies overtake us, He is there! He will not let us fall; He will not let us fail. Our steps (our lives) are established (appointed, confirmed, directed, positioned) by the LORD.

But we must be warned not to presume upon Him. Never say, “It doesn’t matter what I do, the LORD will keep me from falling.” He may let you know that He is in command. We cannot depend upon Him to order our own steps and hold our hands, if we continue to walk in sinful ways.

May the LORD bless each of you as you grow in His grace and love,

Nana & Dado III

(Rose Marie & Gene)

Gene L. Jeffries, Th.D.

Springdale, Arkansas 72764

United States of America

“We never know that God is all we need

until He becomes all that we have.”