Galatians 6:9 says, "And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart."
Don't give up! I know it may look like the enemy is winning, but this too is just another trap to distract you that he may sift you as wheat. The enemy only comes to kill, steal and destroy, but God on the other hand comes that you might have life and have it more abundantly. He tell us to not lose heart and endure our trials to the end.
In Psalm 31:24, David encourages us to "Be of good courage, and He shall strengthen your heart, all you who hope in the Lord."
Trust in the Lord and know that He will never leave you nor forsake you. His promises are forever and will not return void.
My brothers and sisters don't give up, you can do this! Be patient, strong and walk in the purpose that God has planned for you and remember that you can do all things through Christ who strengthens you.
4/2009
-- Post From My iPhone
Monday, April 27, 2009
Monday, April 6, 2009
When God Seems Silent
Even when it doesn't feel like it, God is at work in our lives.
We all have been in that place when it seems that God is silent. You have called out His name, you have prayed and prayed, but still you sense silence. And yes, this silence can be difficult and frustrating.
The Bible tells us about God's servant Job, who knew God's silence. When Job was suffering and in pain he cried out to God, he prayed and prayed for answers, but his cry for help was met by God's silence.
Just as Job did not hear God's voice, we are not going to always hear His voice. But Job gives us a testimony that we can benefit from when God seems silent. Sometimes we need to just be still and examine our lives. Asking God to bring anything that is not pleasing to Him to mind. Psalm 66:18 says, "If I regard iniquity in my heart, The Lord will not hear." Ask God for forgiveness of those things that might hinder you from hearing Him. Keep in mind that repentance is an act of faith that restores our relationship with God.
Hebrews 13:5 says, "I will never leave you nor forsake you." we have to trust and understand that God is in control and though He may seem silent, He is at work in our lives.
Job 13:15 says, "Though he slay me, yet I will trust Him." There is nothing in our lives that God does not have knowledge of. He is Omniscient. Just as He was aware of things that would happen to Job, we also know the He was fully in control. He never relaxed His hold on Job, and will not on you.
Though God may seem silent concerning your circumstance or petition, we have to remember that He is always in constant communication with us through His Word and in it is the answer to all life's problems, His character and all He has in store for our lives.
We all have been in that place when it seems that God is silent. You have called out His name, you have prayed and prayed, but still you sense silence. And yes, this silence can be difficult and frustrating.
The Bible tells us about God's servant Job, who knew God's silence. When Job was suffering and in pain he cried out to God, he prayed and prayed for answers, but his cry for help was met by God's silence.
Just as Job did not hear God's voice, we are not going to always hear His voice. But Job gives us a testimony that we can benefit from when God seems silent. Sometimes we need to just be still and examine our lives. Asking God to bring anything that is not pleasing to Him to mind. Psalm 66:18 says, "If I regard iniquity in my heart, The Lord will not hear." Ask God for forgiveness of those things that might hinder you from hearing Him. Keep in mind that repentance is an act of faith that restores our relationship with God.
Hebrews 13:5 says, "I will never leave you nor forsake you." we have to trust and understand that God is in control and though He may seem silent, He is at work in our lives.
Job 13:15 says, "Though he slay me, yet I will trust Him." There is nothing in our lives that God does not have knowledge of. He is Omniscient. Just as He was aware of things that would happen to Job, we also know the He was fully in control. He never relaxed His hold on Job, and will not on you.
Though God may seem silent concerning your circumstance or petition, we have to remember that He is always in constant communication with us through His Word and in it is the answer to all life's problems, His character and all He has in store for our lives.
Thursday, April 2, 2009
Through the Storm
For the Lord is good and worthy to be praised!!
James 1:2-4 says, My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trails, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. But let patience have it's perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing.
In this season many are going through a storm and it seems that in the midst of the storm it is difficult to see. In John 16:33 Jesus says, "These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world."
There is a benefit to your suffering. The trials that we face in this life come to improve our faith, producing patience and endurance. It may feel like you are alone but hold on, have faith. God is in control.
Seek God's voice through the storm and He will guide you with wisdom and understanding. Romans 10:17 say, "Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God." So what are you going to do with what you have heard?
Father God...I come to you in midst of my storm seeking your voice while standing on your promises. I come to you believing that You are working everything out for my good. I will continue to stand in faith. These trials that I face are temporal but your word is eternal. I stand today knowing that this too shall pass and soon I will see the rainbow beyond the clouds. Thank you Lord!!! In Jesus Name. Amen.
James 1:2-4 says, My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trails, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. But let patience have it's perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing.
In this season many are going through a storm and it seems that in the midst of the storm it is difficult to see. In John 16:33 Jesus says, "These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world."
There is a benefit to your suffering. The trials that we face in this life come to improve our faith, producing patience and endurance. It may feel like you are alone but hold on, have faith. God is in control.
Seek God's voice through the storm and He will guide you with wisdom and understanding. Romans 10:17 say, "Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God." So what are you going to do with what you have heard?
Father God...I come to you in midst of my storm seeking your voice while standing on your promises. I come to you believing that You are working everything out for my good. I will continue to stand in faith. These trials that I face are temporal but your word is eternal. I stand today knowing that this too shall pass and soon I will see the rainbow beyond the clouds. Thank you Lord!!! In Jesus Name. Amen.
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