Author: marquitabp

Steadfast in God's Promises

 

"But in keeping with his promise we are looking forward to a new heaven and a new earth, the home of righteousness."  2 Peter 3:13

 

I'm not sure how many of us know what is entitled to us as Christians through Christ and as Children of God, but I wanted to share some scriptural promises with you. 

 

One that I hold most dear, and you should to is that God promises to supply our need. (Philippians 4:19).  Even when things seem almost insurmountable for me, I hold true to this scripture because looking back, God has gotten me through these same types of circumstances before.

 

God tells us that His grace is sufficient for us in our weakness, and that we can do all things through His son Jesus who gives us strength.  Even when we are too proud to call on Him or give the problems to Him, God's grace is there for us!  (2 Corinthians 12:9, Philippians 4:13)

 

God promises that when difficulties get too hard, that He will do many things: He will provide us a way of escape, He will carry the burdens for us, and He will deliver us from evil!  So trust and know that your prayers are heard and they work!(1 Corinthians 10:13, Matthew 11:28, 2 Timothy 4:18)

 

God promises us that we will live and not die.  All redeemed shall only fall asleep and be lifted from the curse of death.  (1 Corinthians 15:3-4, Psalm 118:17)

 

Probably the most important of these is salvation and everlasting life!  Jesus died for us; He did to redeem us from sin and the curse of the law.  He died to bring us into the fold and extend salvation to those of us not covered.  (John 3:16, Romans 10:9, Acts 2:38)

 

Good night and walk in these promises!

 

'Certainly, Christ made God's many promises come true. For that reason, because of our message, people also honor God by saying, "Amen!"'  2 Corinthians 1:20(GWT)

Fighting an Uphill Battle

 

"They strengthened the disciples in these cities and encouraged the disciples to remain faithful. Paul and Barnabas told them, "We must suffer a lot to enter the kingdom of God."  Acts 14:22(GWT)

 

Shoutout Numbers and Founders yay!  LOL  Anyway, how are you?  I know I had a mini breakdown today.  Difficulties abound but because I know His Word I cannot doubt Him.  But its hard fighting something that seems unwinnable (impossible to win) lol.  But because there is nothing that is impossible for God, I know that I am in the wake of my breakthrough.  Change is a-coming!  I can feel it!

 

It is hard to persevere sometimes when you feel all alone outside of your comfort zone.  The devil has chosen you on his list of people to attack today and he's going hard on you!  He ramped up in his attacks, often taking you to the brink of breaking, like a good breeze would knock you down.  He wants you to fail because he HATES you, he wants you to be defeated so that he can gloat to God–look at the book of Job in the first 3 chapters if you don't believe me.  A very wise lady from my job and I were talking and she said something that makes this crystal clear:  why would the devil attack the wicked, those that are living outside of God's will?  He already has them doing what he wants so he can spend his extra energy attacking you!

 

Its at these hard times that you should build your team and share the weight with your teammates.  You already have three in your starting lineup: The Father, The Son our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit that are here with you everyday!  When troubles stretch you to the point of breaking, its time for you to go to other mature Christians and gain some perspective.  Vent to them, and allow them to reflect back to you with words of wisdom from God.  In Proverbs 19:20-21, the Lord tells us to seek wise counsel.  You will solve two things at once:  you get the relieve the pressure of carrying your burdens alone, and you receive the truth only to be found in God's word.  We are going to experience suffering in God's name, but we must not give up!  We must use the tools and resources God gave us through the Holy Spirit, His Word, and other members of His body.  Keep fighting until your victory is won–God knows I love that song!  Good night!

 

"so that no one would be disturbed by these afflictions; for you yourselves know that we have been destined for this." 1 Thessalonians 3:3