by Ron Smith
Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need. Hebrews 4:16 (KJV)
I was six, and the bike was brand-new. I was small, and the bike was heavy. I needed someone to help me, but dad was at work, and mom was busy taking care of my little brother. I was almost ready to give up.
Suddenly, strong arms appeared from nowhere. A woman I had never seen before exclaimed, “It looks like you could use some help!” She gently lifted me onto the bike seat and said enthusiastically, “Hold on. Here we go!” And away we went! She ran alongside me with one hand on the handlebar keeping me from losing my balance. Before long, she stopped running but continued to yell instructions and encouragement. Eventually, I rode to the end of the dusty street, turned, and pedaled back to where the lady stood. With her generous help, I had learned to ride a bike!
Years later, I again faced another seemingly insurmountable task. I had become a new Christian. The excitement of the new life was much greater than the excitement of my first bicycle. But, as I had discovered with the bicycle, it wasn’t long before I realized how weak I was for the new tasks that I had to master. I knew I needed a helper. And I knew that I needed a helper that would be ready, willing, and able at all times.
God’s Holy Spirit is always ready to help whenever there is a need. I thank God that in His great wisdom He prescribed in advance a twenty-four-hour-a-day Helper for His children. He responds to our need whenever and wherever it occurs.
What do you need His help with today?
