Psalm 145:18–20 (KJV)
“The Lord is nigh unto all them that call upon him, to all that call upon him in truth.
He will fulfil the desire of them that fear him: he also will hear their cry, and will save them.
The Lord preserveth all them that love him:”
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2 Kings 1–3; Psalm 101
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A missionary couple, Gerald and Donna Johnson, were members of the Assemblies of God World Missions, stationed in the Philippines in 1978. In his passion to serve God, Gerald travelled alone to preach in a nearby city. After the meetings, he began the long drive back home—a journey that would take him through a mountainous region known as a den of dangerous rebels.
He set out early, but along the way his vehicle developed a fault and eventually stopped completely, deep in rebel-held territory. Gerald knew he was in danger. There were no people or houses nearby. He had no mechanical tools with him and had no idea what to do. So he began to pray, asking Jesus for help.
His prayer was hardly finished when he heard a knock on the van door. A man with a toolbox was standing there. Without any introduction or greeting, he said, “I see you need help. I think I know what is wrong.”
Without any direction from Gerald, the man went to work on the engine, and in a few minutes, he told Gerald to turn the key again. In one click, the engine came on, running smoothly. Gerald turned to thank the man, but found no one there. He realized that, in answer to his prayer, God had sent an angel to assist him and enable him to drive safely back home.
Psalm 145:18–20 reveals a clear pattern in the life of the believer: those who love and serve God enjoy His divine intervention and preservation. God draws near to those who call upon Him in truth and responds to those who revere Him.
This shows that divine intervention is relational—it flows from a life that is connected to God. To love the Lord is to live in continual fellowship with Him, to trust Him, and to place Him above all else. From that place, His presence becomes your covering.
There will be times when situations seem overwhelming and help appears distant. Yet, for the one who walks with God, help is never absent. His nearness guarantees His divine involvement and ensures our preservation.
God is able to intervene in ways beyond human understanding. He can send help, change circumstances, or orchestrate events to bring deliverance to us at the right time.
Therefore today, let us determine to walk closely with Him, serve Him sincerely, and love Him wholeheartedly. As we do, we will continually enjoy divine intervention, God’s hand will sustain us, and His power will preserve us always.
PRAYER:
Lord, help me to love You sincerely and walk closely with You at all times. In every situation, let Your hand of protection and divine intervention be evident in my life, in Jesus’ Name.
QUOTE
When you apply the Word of God, it will work for you anywhere and anytime. – WORDBITE 222
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