We cannot see down the roads we travel. There will be encounters we cannot envision, cannot see for they lie around the bend in the roads of our life. Sometimes it takes only the ringing of the telephone to change an entire well-made plan, bringing us to truths we hope we never hear such as the death of a beloved relative or the news that someone we care deeply for has an incurable illness. There might be a knock on the door that brings life-changing news that will break our hearts. But it is in the midst of uncertainty and trials, as we teeter on the brim of a chasm wondering what to do, imploring God with weakening hope to come forth for us, that we can see we are stronger that we thought. Through faith, we are able to pull ourselves up from the edge of unspeakable hardship to keep ploughing forward on our heaven bound journey. It is a time when we can understand and measure our capacity to endure, to assess our strength and continue through life’s fiercest turbulence. In awe, we look at those who are surviving terrible calamities and adversities and we cannot understand how they persevere, how they can put one foot in front of the other and move on, running toward a goal that others cannot see. These are the people with great faith, who are willing to let go of the branch and depend on Jesus Christ and His promises. Never forget that “God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble. So we will not fear when earthquakes come and the mountains crumble into the sea. Let the oceans roar and foam. Let the mountains tremble as the waters surge!” Do not let your faith be swallowed up by fear. Do not wallow in self pity, for Almighty God knows your circumstances and what you are going through. Take your supplications to God, and find the solace and comfort you need to overcome. Be always mindful that in the middle of the violent storms that steal away your joy, batter your dreams, and flatten your hopes, you will find the Prince of Peace, Jesus Christ Who says I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee” - Hebrews 13:5 . He waits patiently in your rain, your thunder, and your lightening to lead you gently to safe harbor.
Posted on: Fri, 03 Oct 2014 10:22:30 +0000
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