Is and Will

Is and Will. Two little words. My Heavenly Father used these little words to settle my spirit and restore me to joy. I was reflecting on Zephaniah 3:5 and 3:15-17. God says in verse 5, "the Lord is righteous, He will do no injustice. Every morning He brings His justice to light; He does not fail." In having a need for peace and restoration when I have been hurt, this verse brought me comfort. I cant see when His justice will come but I know it will because HE DOES NOT FAIL!!
In verse 15 God says "the Lord has taken away His judgements against you, He has cleared away your enemies. The King of Israel, the Lord, is in your midst; you will fear disaster no more" Oh how wonderful to know that God has taken the judgement I deserve away from me through the blood of the One Holy Lamb. I am so thankful that when my Father looks at me, He sees red. In verse 16 God says "Do not be afraid, Do not let your hands fall limp". Even through the heartbreak, the lies, the separation, I can fear not. In verse 17 (and by far my favorite), God says "the Lord your God is in your midst, A victorious warrior. He will exult over you with joy, He will be quiet in His love, He will sing over you with shouts of joy." I think back to when my youngest son was a baby. He was sick a lot and I can remember holding him close to me and singing to help him quiet down. Thats how I see my Father holding me. It is hard to understand why Amazing God would want to sing over me, but I am so grateful He does. He has quieted me and reminded me of His love, grace, forgiveness, and that He is all powerful! Thank you Righteous, Victorious Father!!!