"Why are you cast down, O my inner self? And why should you moan over me and be disquieted within me? Hope in God and wait expectantly for Him, for I shall yet praise Him, my Help and my God." - Psalm 42:5
When I am so low, I do not even feel worthy of life, I turn to Him who gives me worth. I fight back against my own mind and strive to take my thoughts captive, through His strength, filtering my thoughts through His truth.
When my spirit moans and cannot take any more, he is my Help. I can cease striving on my own and realize He is God. He is all-powerful. He is in charge. And He has good plans for me.
His purpose can take the worst things in my life and use them for His glory as I touch the lives of others with my story. So I trust in Him. I hope in Him. I wait expecting Him to do a mighty work in me.
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Jesus said "I am the Vine." We are to abide in and wait on Him as our everything. As a sufferer of many illnesses, both physical and mental, I have learned much through seeking Him. Tune in every week for a word of encouragement with a Scripture from the perspective of one who has found significant strength and healing and wisdom from those Scriptures. Thanks for liking, commenting, and subscribing.
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Monday, November 27, 2017
Monday, November 20, 2017
Conquerors
"But in al these things we overwhelmingly conquer through Him who loved us." - Romans 8:37
He loves us. He wants only good for us, for me.
It is not that God would put a stop to my pain if I had enough faith; it is that God would put a stop to anything in my life that did not have a glorious purpose. His plans for me are good.
And though I may fail along this path He has chosen for me, that does not make me a failure.
I only truly fail when I give up. . .give up on trying, give up on seeking, give up on praying . . . for through Him, I am more that a conqueror.
Through Him, I am no longer condemned. Through Him, I will not be defeated. And through Him, I can do all things.
You have the hope that you can conquer whatever ails you. You don't have to let it get the best of you. You can be victorious through the pain, through the sadness, through the struggle. He wants you to be all He made you to be. If it helps, keep a record of each small victory. It may be as simple as taking a shower today, or as big as confronting someone who has hurt you, maybe putting up boundaries or not making them a part of your daily life and keeping a safe distance from them for the sake of your well being. Sometimes we have to take the step of taking care of ourselves, and in that we will find strength to take another step.
He loves us. He wants only good for us, for me.
It is not that God would put a stop to my pain if I had enough faith; it is that God would put a stop to anything in my life that did not have a glorious purpose. His plans for me are good.
And though I may fail along this path He has chosen for me, that does not make me a failure.
I only truly fail when I give up. . .give up on trying, give up on seeking, give up on praying . . . for through Him, I am more that a conqueror.
Through Him, I am no longer condemned. Through Him, I will not be defeated. And through Him, I can do all things.
You have the hope that you can conquer whatever ails you. You don't have to let it get the best of you. You can be victorious through the pain, through the sadness, through the struggle. He wants you to be all He made you to be. If it helps, keep a record of each small victory. It may be as simple as taking a shower today, or as big as confronting someone who has hurt you, maybe putting up boundaries or not making them a part of your daily life and keeping a safe distance from them for the sake of your well being. Sometimes we have to take the step of taking care of ourselves, and in that we will find strength to take another step.
Monday, November 13, 2017
My Help
"But I am poor and needy; yet the Lord thinks upon me. You are my help and my deliverer; do not delay, O my God." - Psalm 40:17
You are my help. And oh, how I need help! God's faithfulness is what has brought me through. He did not give up on me even when I gave up. I wanted my life to end, and He wanted to give me a fresh start.
Now I know, He is good. Now I know He is here, beside me.
Though I may not know why I suffer, I know Your grace abounds and sees me through.
I will proclaim Your work in my life, God. How Your goodness and faithfulness have changed me forever and saved my life.
If you are wanting or thinking about ending your life, do not hesitate to seek help. God wants more for your life than you can even imagine right now. You have purpose, you are loved, and you will see brighter days. You are not beyond hope, you are not beyond help, you are not beyond the point of no return.
Depression does not have to win. There is freedom and healing found in our Savior. You may not get better over night, but He is with you on the journey upward toward recovery and stability. He offers a better quality of life than what you have now.
You are my help. And oh, how I need help! God's faithfulness is what has brought me through. He did not give up on me even when I gave up. I wanted my life to end, and He wanted to give me a fresh start.
Now I know, He is good. Now I know He is here, beside me.
Though I may not know why I suffer, I know Your grace abounds and sees me through.
I will proclaim Your work in my life, God. How Your goodness and faithfulness have changed me forever and saved my life.
If you are wanting or thinking about ending your life, do not hesitate to seek help. God wants more for your life than you can even imagine right now. You have purpose, you are loved, and you will see brighter days. You are not beyond hope, you are not beyond help, you are not beyond the point of no return.
Depression does not have to win. There is freedom and healing found in our Savior. You may not get better over night, but He is with you on the journey upward toward recovery and stability. He offers a better quality of life than what you have now.
Monday, November 6, 2017
What is Good
"Yes, the Lord will give what is good" - Psalm 85:12
I must trust God has made me the way I am for a purpose, for His glory. I am called to be victorious, but victory means there will be battles and struggles. May I not be discouraged or dismayed by them, though, for the Lord is with me.
If God's glory is found through my suffering, then so be it. I still believe in healing, but moreover, I believe in His goodness no matter what the circumstance may be.
How could I have learned to trust Him without hard times? How could I grasp unconditional love and forgiveness without the hurt caused by others?
You, oh Lord, truly do give me what is good for me. May You be glorified.
In your trust journal, if you decided to make one, be sure to record the good things God gives and His blessings He shows to you each day, no matter how small. Remain thankful for the small things and God may just give you bigger and better things to be thankful for, giving Him the praise and glory for His work in your life. For why would God give us bigger and better things when we are not even grateful for the portion He is giving us today?
I must trust God has made me the way I am for a purpose, for His glory. I am called to be victorious, but victory means there will be battles and struggles. May I not be discouraged or dismayed by them, though, for the Lord is with me.
If God's glory is found through my suffering, then so be it. I still believe in healing, but moreover, I believe in His goodness no matter what the circumstance may be.
How could I have learned to trust Him without hard times? How could I grasp unconditional love and forgiveness without the hurt caused by others?
You, oh Lord, truly do give me what is good for me. May You be glorified.
In your trust journal, if you decided to make one, be sure to record the good things God gives and His blessings He shows to you each day, no matter how small. Remain thankful for the small things and God may just give you bigger and better things to be thankful for, giving Him the praise and glory for His work in your life. For why would God give us bigger and better things when we are not even grateful for the portion He is giving us today?
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