Big Secret

And he will swallow up on this mountain the covering that is cast over all peoples, the veil that is spread over all nations. He will swallow up death forever; and the Lord God will wipe away tears from all faces, and the reproach of his people he will take away from all the earth, for the Lord has spoken.

Isaiah 25:7-8 ESV

There is something that Satan does not want you to know: a secret that is a game-changer if you realize it. Satan understands that the end to his effectiveness starts with this realization. He fights against you with all his dark powers to distract you from this. There are potholes and obstacles thrown into your life to trip you up, just to keep you from fixing your eyes on this truth. What is this secret?

It is not really a secret. It is proclaimed all through scripture. It just takes reading it and believing it. Are you ready for the secret?

The Creator of the Universe is FOR you!

In the text today, it shows God taking away the power of death and wiping the tears of all His people. He takes away your shame and restores you. He redeems you. He is for you. You will go through a lot of stuff trying to lead your family. Today, walk in the realization that God is with you. It is simple, but it is often overlooked. In your decision-making and everything you do, know that God is with you or wants to be with you. You only need to ask Him. Don’t allow Satan to distract you from the available unity with Christ. Put in the work this morning in prayer, reading, and meditation to make the connection to the Father. He wants to wipe your tears too.

Author: Patrick Wheeler

Pastor Patrick began his work in outreach ministry as a young boy, riding the church van with his father, transporting parishioners from local neighborhoods to church services. As a teen, alongside his parents, Patrick volunteered for various food distribution and tutoring services in at risk neighborhoods.

While obtaining his Bachelor's in Business Administration from Florida A&M University, Patrick answered the call to pastoral ministry at the age of 19. In 2020, He and his wife Keisha graduated together with their Master's in Biblical Counseling from Luther Rice College & Seminary. Over the course of the last 18 years, Patrick organized, spearheaded, and held positions in various churches and non-profit organizations in Alabama and Florida while also progressing in his career field of business and logistics.  

He lived as a doting and hard-working family man, a friend to all, and leader in the community. He had a wonderful sense of humor and was a light to all who knew him. His passion was in sharing the love and gospel of Jesus with anyone who would listen, and in helping those in need.  

Patrick passed away suddenly at the age of 39, going on to join Jesus sooner than anyone expected. His legacy lives on through his wife of 16 years, Keisha, and their seven children, family, friends, and community of faith.  

This excerpt is taken from Patrick’s’s book, Good Morning, Men of God!