Life is hard. However, God never promised an easy road. In fact, Jesus said “In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world” (John 16:33).
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Doubt
I know God wants me to trust Him. Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding (Proverbs 3:5, NIV). I know He’s made a way many times before. And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:19, NIV). I am ashamed to admit how many times I’ve failed to remember the times and the ways He’s come through for me.
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Let It Go!
God’s word tells me to forget the former things; do not dwell on the past (Isaiah 43:18, NIV). It is a constant battle because I know me. And I know that God knows me. Yet, He loves me anyway.
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Bear With Me
I get it wrong. A lot. I want grace when I wrong someone, too. So, I must be mindful to bear with others and FORGIVE as the Lord forgave ME.
In my head, I recite Colossians 3:23 (NIV) to myself, “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord.” But it is easier said than done to put this into practice day after day.
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What Joy?
Joy. Is it really something I can attain? Is it something to strive for? This world tells me to seek out anything that feels good because I deserve it. This stands in stark contrast to God’s word that tells me to consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds (James 1:2, NIV).
I Will Cling 