Enemies

But I trust in you, Lord; I say, “You are my God.” My times are in your hands; deliver me from the hands of my enemies, from those who pursue me. (Psalm 31:14-15 NIV)

Enemies - when we hear this word it is usually personified, has a face to it.  Joker is the enemy of Batman.  The wicked queen the enemy of Snow White.  Jerry the enemy of Tom.  But for me, my enemies are things like myself, time, frustrations, obstacles, etc.  When I pray for Jesus to deliver me from my enemies, He knows what I need most.  Yesterday, in the midst of a frustrating situation that was pressing on me because there are not enough hours in the day and threatening to add more into my schedule which already overwhelms me and I am already beating myself up over because of other "things" - God placed someone back into Ben's life who encouraged me.  She helped others to see how to combine their schedules to add less to my schedule (or more assistance, but all in one sitting so not multiple additions).  In introducing me to someone else, she lifted me up in a way that made me feel not so beaten down by the obstacles of life, but like I might be doing okay.   Our interaction (all 15 minutes of it) was such a blessing and a reminder that God provides for ALL our needs and delivers us from the hands of our enemies.  I just have to be patient enough for His perfect timing.  I trust in you, Lord, and put my life in your hands.  Deliver me from my enemies.  Amen.