Psalm 55:12-13. “For it was not an enemy that reproached me; then I could have borne it: neither was it he that hated me that I did magnify himself against me; then I would have hid myself from him; l but it was thou, a man mine equal, my guide, and mine acquaintance.”
DISMAY. It has blossomed after years of germination. The fruit they are attempting to grow creates division. I do not know what they hope to gain – or the reason – I only fear the poisonous fruit has a harvest season.
It has pained me deeply to see divisions arise – To know those well who promote it is a great surprise. Why they pursue this course has been a real enigma, That leaves unexplained, on a work, a serious stigma.
It has caused me inwardly a lot of grief – The tension and fear have caused the snow on the roof. I thought the danger had passed, but it was back again. I am dismayed to know we are back where it began.
These are not enemies but often we worked together. They are fellow laborers – sisters and brothers. What to do now about the serious problems Is beyond my capacity – only God can solve them.
I don’t wish any wrong choices to take place. I do want to be able to act in the spirit of grace. This burden is more than I am capable to bear – I cast this on the Lord who is always there.
I believe we all want God to be glorified. We all need to be honest with nothing to hide. So, I will call upon Thee often, Lord; this work is Thine. The results that come, I pray will Thy glory shine.
“Heavenly Father, I do not know how far to go in the matter that has divided some of the brethren for so long. There does not seem to be an answer to this problem that any of us can find. So again, I am coming to Thee to tell Thee, Father, to tell Thee I trust Thee explicitly to do what none of us or all of us together can do. I pray if there is something I can do or should do, please let me know. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.”