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Undetected Provision

by Brett Fuller on October 26, 2020

Ishmael was a young man in distress. Through jealous & spiteful behavior, he damaged provisional relationships and architected both his mother Hagar's & his eviction from their home. Journeying on their own, he and Hagar exhausted their provisions wandering in the wilderness. Dehydrated and despondent, Hagar abandons her 17 year old saying to God in Genesis 21:16, "Do not let me see the boy die." 

As Ishmael cried out, God told Hagar in verses 17-19 to go back to her son, lift him up and hold him by the hand. As she obeyed, He then opened her eyes to see a previously undetectable well of water which saved their lives.

There are millions of young people who have been the author of their own demise. Their problems are so great and their cry so painful that it hurts us to be near them. Yet, instead of running away we must run to their cry, grab their hand, lift them up and believe for God to show us their previously undetected provision. Today, run to the cry. Live right, live well...

About the Author
Brett Fuller

Brett Fuller is the presiding Bishop of Every Nation’s family of churches in the metropolitan Washington DC area, that fall under the umbrella of the Grace Covenant Church’s purview. He also serves as Chaplain of the Washington Commanders. From 2005 to 2014 he served as Chaplain for the National Association of Basketball Coaches. In 2000, he initiated a bill in Congress to build a memorial honoring the African American Slaves who helped build America. Though the bill was never passed, he still hopes to complete the mission. Also, from 2007-2009 he served on President George Bush's Advisory Board for Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

Pastor Brett has written two devotionals: “Live Well”, and “Relate Well” and recently published two books: Dreaming in Black and White and High Ceilings. He and his lovely wife of 36 years, Cynthia, frequently conduct marriage and family seminars. Brett also coordinates relational and professional development seminars, helping leaders in every walk of life to become better leaders. He and his bride reside in Chantilly, VA, have parented 7 children and have been blessed with 2 wonderful daughter in-laws. And most recently, they have welcomed their first grandchild; Ava Lily.

 

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