Don't run from your troubles in life! When you're facing a problem, it's an opportunity for God to use you mightily.
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"Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you." -Matthew 17:20
God is still in control
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” Is. 41:10
When our circumstances are hard and we’re tempted to let our hearts slip into despair, I pray we will remember this: God is working things out. He is present. His plan is still good and He can still be trusted.
These are true certainties even when life feels so very uncertain.
Lord, I trust you and I know you have placed me here but I am still finding it hard. It’s hard adjusting, it’s hard to know what to do next, and it’s hard to feel outside of my comfort zone every single day. I ask, Lord, that you would provide what I need.
Suffering can soften us if we will let it. Ridding us of our own places of hardness and bitterness. Making us more empathetic to remember grace and truth hold hands. Helping us respond graciously to others. And making us more eager to forgive those who are still hard and bitter.
"Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs." (1 Corinthians 13:4-5)
Most of the time, God doesn’t reveal what’s next — and we can’t begin to anticipate what the future holds. So, if it’s dark for you right now, keep walking and trusting. Every step you walk with Jesus will lead you to where He has planned for you to be.
Dear God, when I am overwhelmed by what is going on, please remind me that You are with me. Give me the strength to not fear evil, but instead, remind me that You overcome it. Show me Your comfort and protection, and keep me rooted and grounded in Your love. In Jesus' name, Amen.
After you have prayed, don’t keep worrying. That does not demonstrate faith. Take your hands and mind off your troubles and give them completely to God. #JoyceQuote