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Detective Perspective

God's Kindness Quest Series

I examine life under a magnifying glass, like a detective

Forgetting to look from God’s perspective

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I fixate on problems and the detriment 

Instead of seeking God for his help and discernment

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I see an enemy fast approaching, with my back to the sea

God sees me, his child, no longer enslaved, forever free

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I see giants and fear engaging the enemy

God sees me prospering in the land, celebrating the victory

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I see myself alone, thrown into a fiery furnace

God sees me healthy, promoted, with a steadfast assurance

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I see daunting fortress walls resembling Jericho

God sees the power of obedience when his trumpets blow

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I see myself being persecuted, sentenced to the lions' den

God sees me safe, scribing miracles with a heavenly pen

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I see myself falsely accused and unjustly found guilty

God sees me as commissioned, well-protected, and worthy

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Misguided, I've been looking in the wrong direction

Turned my gaze toward God for his course correction

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No longer need a magnifying glass or to be a detective

Trusting God to guide my steps, based on his perspective

Interactive Questions

Jeremiah 33:3 (NIV), "Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know."

  • What emotions, memories, thoughts, convictions, or inspirations bubbled up while reading the poem?

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  • Father God, what do you want me to know about my answers to the previous question? 

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  • What are the three biggest challenges under your magnifying glass today?

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  • What do you see as a solution to each challenge? 

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  • Lord, what is your perspective regarding each challenge?

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  • ​Lord, from your view, what are the three biggest challenges I face? 

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  • Lord, how do I cooperate with you to resolve each challenge? 

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  • Father God, is there anything else you want to share with me at this moment?

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Prayer

James 5:16 (NLT), "... The earnest prayer of a righteous person has great power and produces wonderful results.​"

Lord, I was taught at an early age to problem-solve. I learned to evaluate a situation and implement an action plan to eradicate issues. Without you in the process, I leaned on my understanding, self-effort, and worldly principles. I repent for excluding you, not seeking wisdom from Scripture, and for not praying for guidance, direction, and instruction. Forgive me where I have built my life around earthly decisions and values. Teach me your heavenly ways. Renew my view to your perspective. Amen.

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  • Lord, what did this prayer activate in accordance with James 5:16?

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  • ​Tweak the existing prayer as desired or craft a new personalized one.

 

Scripture

2 Timothy 3:16 (NLT), "All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true ..." 

Proverbs 3:5-6 (NLT)

"Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take."

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Psalm 139:1-2 (NLT)

"O Lord, you have examined my heart and know everything about me. You know when I sit down or stand up. You know my thoughts even when I’m far away."

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  • List meaningful Bible verses which come to mind regarding this poem, the interactive questions, and prayer.

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