Monday, 12th August IT’S NOT OVER YET! “Although the fig tree shall not blossom, neither shall fruit be in the vines; the labour of the olive shall fail, and the fields shall yield no meat; the flock shall be cut off from the fold, and there shall be no herd in the stalls: Yet I will rejoice in the LORD, I will joy in the God of my salvation.” (Habakkuk 3:17-18) I’m often amazed at how some Christians easily give up and succumb to life’s challenges. You’ve got to understand that if you’re a child of God, you aren’t a victim! The prophet Habakkuk described a dire situation, yet he chose to rejoice in the Lord all the same: “Yet I will rejoice in the LORD, I will joy in the God my strength, and he will make my feet like the hinds’ feet, and he will make me to walk upon mine high places.” (Hab. 3:18-19). In other words, although there was a problem, the prophet wasn’t moved by what he saw, felt, or perceived. This should be your attitude as well. The story isn’t complete until you’ve won! Things may not be going the way you expect at the moment, but don’t despair. Reiterate your trust in God by giving Him praise for doing all things well. Tell yourself, “I’m not giving up” and begin to rejoice in the God of your salvation. Remember Paul and Silas? Things couldn’t have looked more hopeless for them as they huddled in chains in the dark dungeon of that maximum-security Roman prison. But instead of cringing in fear and hopelessness, they decided to praise God, and you know the rest of the story (Acts 16:23-26). It’s time for you to praise God like you’ve never done before. You may not feel like it, but praise Him anyway, because that’s where the victory lies! It’s not over yet. Put your trust in God. Worship Him in spirit and in truth and He’ll inhabit your praise, and bring His power to bear on your situation. Prayer: Mighty Father, I worship you today, I adore your holy name for you are great and awesome in all your ways. There is none like you and forever your name is exalted above all and in all. I rejoice in your loving kindness and mercy, in your abundant favor and goodness. Blessed be your name forever! Further Insight: Habakkuk 3:17-19 (AMP); Philippians 4:4 Study Plan: 2 Kings 24-25
Posted on: Sun, 11 Aug 2013 22:02:01 +0000
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