What God Saved You From Without You Knowing

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This might sound a little unusual, but stay with me for a moment, because it’s the second part that I’m really getting at.

We often thank God (or should be) for what He has done for us, all the answered prayers, doors opened, mountains moved, surprise blessings, and gracious mercies.

But how often do we stop and thank Him for what He hasn’t done?

“The eyes of the Lord are in every place, watching the evil and the good.” Proverbs 15:3 

God sees the entire picture while we see only small fragments.  

There are countless times when we’ve prayed for something with complete trust and sincerity, whether it's an opportunity, a relationship, a move, or a dream, and it just didn’t happen. 

At the time, it might have felt like silence, leaving you disappointed and perhaps confused. But looking back, do have that moment of realizing His “no’s” were a mercy in disguise. (This has happened to me more times than I can count)

Now, let’s add another layer to all of this.

How often do we thank God for what He’s done that we’ll never know about?

“The Lord will protect you from all evil; He will keep your soul. The Lord will guard your going out and your coming in from this time and forever.” Psalms 121:7–8

Think about it. 

Like, really think about that. 

Many people get frustrated or angry over what God does and doesn’t do in their lives (the things they can see), but there’s a much larger picture to be considered.

God sees the unseen; He sees what we are not capable of seeing, let alone understanding. He is and always has been shielding us from many unforeseeable and horrible things.

“For He looks to the ends of the earth; He sees everything under the heavens.” Job 28:24

“For He will give His angels orders concerning you, to protect you in all your ways.” Psalms 91:11

“Do not fear, for I am with you; Do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, I will also help you, I will also uphold you with My righteous right hand.” Isaiah 41:10

Sit and ponder on this :

What has God protected you from or done for you that you don’t have a clue about and never will? 

Next time you’re in prayer with God, thanking Him, maybe also thank Him for everything you don’t know about. 

© Jane Isley

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