Yesterday we talked about how God is our refuge and strength, our ever-present help in times of trouble. Psalm 46:1 We have also learned that God will never leave us or forsake us. Hebrews 13:5 This means that no matter where you go or what you go through, he is there, every inch or second of the way. He will always be your shelter in the time of storm.
Read MoreHow could a person not fear in such circumstances? Fear is destroyed when you consider God to be your answer and the one who will make a way for you! Trusting in yourself is a sure way to fear, anxiety and stress which results in sickness and disease. This is why the word we use for chronic illness is dis-ease. Trusting in God is a sure way to peace, contentment, amazing breakthroughs, and excellent health! Choosing to trust in God to be your refuge and strength, and knowing that he is always with you is a game-changer!
Read MoreYou must guard your heart! One can easily spend hours searching out all the latest negativity found in the news or fill their time with all the worries and cares that other people post on social media, but the power behind a rewarding and fulfilling life is positive thinking based upon God’s grace through Jesus Christ, and the two don’t mix! A negative mindset brings about a negative lifestyle which includes fear, worry, anxiety, stress, and disease. A positive mindset brings about peace, joy, love, health and a life of significance!
Read MoreOh yes, sometimes life is extremely challenging! When it looks like there is no answer in sight, and no help is coming your way, that is the time you need to stand firm inside of the goodness and favor of God! So how in the world is a person supposed to know how to trust God during tumultuous times? The answer is to put on the armor of God.
Read MoreI was thinking – are you crazy? Quit being super-spiritual on me!!! This is a terrible situation! What do you mean, Aren’t you excited? Are you serious? Are you out of your mind? I never said those words out loud, but those thoughts were rolling through my head. Even though, at that moment, I knew I needed to believe God. I was looking at the circumstances, trusting in me while my wife was trusting God. Trusting me equals fear and anxiety – trusting God equals peace and joy.
Read MoreNo matter what you’re going through, God is the answer! This was the secret to King David’s life, and it is the secret for your life! Who or what are you trusting in? Do you know how precious you are to God? Do you know that he is in love with you right now? Do you know that your works do not determine his love for you? Are you trusting in God’s provision of righteousness for you through Jesus Christ?
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