I Saw the Signs

Written By Betty Predmore

2 CORINTHIANS 12:11-21

(September 12)

In 1993 Ace of Base had a hit song titles I Saw the Signs. One line of the song goes like this:

I saw the sign and it opened up my eyes
I saw the sign

So often, we go through life missing the signs that are right in front of our faces. Sometimes, it is actual SIGNS ... you know the ones, they point left, right, east, west. We miss them, take a wrong turn and get lost. It would be so much easier if people would give directions by saying, "You turn left at McDonalds, then go down to the Starbucks and take a right. It will be a half block down next to Chili's. Aaaahhhh... now I know where I am going!

Paul was struggling with the Corinthians "missing the signs." They are missing the very important sign that Paul is NOT a fake apostle, and those false teachers are.

He feels like he has already proven himself to them and there should be no more question, but there are still those who think he was sneaky and took advantage of them. He speaks of the signs, wonders, and miracles he did when he was with them.

Why did he mention these signs? God gave the apostles outward, confirming, extraordinary indicators to show others that they were who they said they were. These signs were meant to keep people from saying they didn't know about the apostles or couldn't believe them. These were sufficient and beyond question, so that those who refused to listen to them and acknowledge their works would have no defense on the day of judgment.

Clearly, he should not be needing to write this after all they had witnessed him doing.

They didn't see the signs. This is a great lesson for us to be going through life with our eyes open, being aware and intentional about what God is doing in our lives, and not taking anything for granted, but being grateful in all things.

When we see the signs, we see the power and wonder of our God. And with that ... there is no room for question.

Betty Predmore

Betty Predmore is a writer, blogger, speaker and ministry leaders. She is the founder of Mom-Sense, Inc., a ministry designed for mentorship, connection and service to women of all life circumstances. Through this ministry, women are encouraged and supported with scripture and life application. Mom-Sense helps women overcome life struggles through small group classes with biblical curriculum, individual counseling, bible studies, and other areas of support.

Betty also directs the Imperial Valley Life Center, which is a non-profit faith-based pro life women’s resource center. She has a passion for saving the unborn and supporting mothers through pregnancy and motherhood.

Betty loves to speak at events, sharing the love of Jesus with other women. She does this through practical life application mingled with God’s word, and sprinkled with humor. Having experienced a broken home, divorce, abuse, grief, single motherhood, blended families, and adoption, she uses the broken places and movement of God in her own life to share His word in an inspiring way. She enjoys sharing her blogs on social media as a way of reaching out on a broader spectrum. Betty has many speaking topics which can be found on her website: www.bettypredmore.com

As an author, she has had the opportunity to impact women and reach deep into their hearts with her words of inspiration and encouragement. Through Pondering Virtue and Whispered Grace, she has created wonderful tools for the woman who is seeking direction in her spiritual walk.

Betty serves on the writing team of A Wife Like Me, and is also a contributor to Moms Encouraging Moms and Gift of Thorns. Her blogs have appeared in several magazine publications throughout the years including Southern Faith Magazine, Purposeful Life, and Aspiring Woman Magazine.

While Betty thrives on her ministry opportunities, her greatest blessings come from being a wife to Jim and a mama to their wonderful collection of children, who bring joy, laughter, and an occasional tear to her days.


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