Tuesday 19 July

Mysterious Ways

Read  Romans 8:28-39

 

God works all things according to the counsel of His will.  Ephesians 1:11

 

The twists and turns in the life of Jacob DeShazer sound like the plot of an intriguing war novel.  But taken together, they show us the mysterious ways in which God moves.

 

DeShazer served in the World War !! As a bombardier in the squadron of General Dootlittle.  While participating in Doolittle’s raid on Japan in 1942, De Shaker and his crew ran out of fuel and bailed out over China.  He was taken to a Japanese prison camp where he trusted Jesus as his Saviour.  After his release, he became a missionary to Japan.

 

One day De Shazer handed a tract with his story on it to a man named Mitsuo Fuchida.  He didn't know that Mitsuo was on his way to a trial for his wartime role as the commander of Japanese forces that attacked Pearl Harbour.  Fuchida read the pamphlet and got a Bible.  He soon became a Christian and an evangelist to his people.  Eventually, De Shazer and Fuchida met again and became friends.

 

It’s amazing how God can take two men who were mortal enemies, bring them together, and lead them to Himself.  But it shows us that He is in control. And nothing, not even a world war, can stop God from working “All things according to the counsel of His will” (Ephesians1:11) - Dave Branon

 

My times are in my Father’s hand;

How could I wish or ask for more?

For He has my pathway planned

Will guide me till my journey’s o’er.—Fraser

 

Every child of God fills a special place in His Plan.

 

Prayer:

V Uphold Pastor Esa, Kerryn & family during this 2 week break.

V Ask God to give Pastor Esa a refreshing time and a good opportunity for him to seek the Lord.