Sometimes what seems like the end of the road is really just a new beginning.

 Mama Dog, as she was known then, had her babies the day after the city picked her up. Someone kindly called in and reported dogs fighting in the street, probably for food. One dog,, the caller mentioned, looked pregnant. The next day, Mama had her puppies, refusing to let anyone near her. How could she trust them, or anybody for that matter? Mama Dog’s life had been less than ideal, and she had every reason to be distrustful. Her beautiful babies were soon placed with eager families. From her perspective, they probably just disappeared, her body still producing milk for babies she no longer had. 

Life can be painful and disappointing. Sometimes on our worse day, God sends a plain clothes angel. 

The future was not bright for a dog who was fearful, anxious and distrustful. A shelter worker saw something in this dog and worked hard to help her find a foster home. She succeeded, and that foster home became a permanent home. Lady Naomi Ruth’s life had a miraculous turnaround. What seemed like the end was really a new beginning. Naomi now has a home, a new life and a name that reflects her journey. God is a God of second chances, and when it seems everything is all over, He can give us a brand new start.

 He is truly a God of the impossible. The Biblical figure Leah had a made for Divorce Court marriage. There was deception, and her husband’s true love was her sister. Somehow, from this negative start, God turned things around. Our mistakes, our sins have consequences, but God is a God of the turnaround, the rescue, the new start.  He remembered Leah, and he remembers us. Find out more about Leah’s journey in Imperfect Lives, Perfect Grace.

 If your personal journey is not progressing as you once dreamed, remember Naomi, remember Leah, and remember that God is here and now for you in your situation. Have a blessed and beautiful week.