Anxiety Befalls us All 2016.11.19
How are you when life is good, you're streamlining and everything seems to be going your way? At times like these (and these are great & frequent times), it's easy to follow\love God. But how are you when anxiety sets in? Disbelief enters your house and you're faith shakes like you can't even imagine. It's so dumb because you know God's history with you (He's always been there). And yet, you falter.
So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. | ||
Isaiah 41:10 |
It is easy to follow Isaiah 41:10 when one's mind is in neutral. But when we worry about money, love, family, health, work, personal issues or insecurities... We struggle with believing God's Word.
so is my word that goes out from my mouth: It will not return to me empty, but will accomplish what I desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it. | ||
Isaiah 55:11 |
I like how we "lose focus" when times get hectic... We can be so "gung-ho" for God when the sun shines, but we scurry around for cover, pupils dilated, when tough times roll in.
But he said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness."Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. | ||
2 Corinthians 12:9 |
What about when we need to make a decision about our future? How far removed is this scripture to our thoughts?
I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go;
I will counsel you with my loving eye on you. | ||
Psalm 32:8 |
We may know scripture, backwards & forwards even, but if we easily "forget" God's promises when times become tough, how much more do we need Him? We need to use "blind faith" and just leave it with God, as it will work out. This isn't a weakness to be embarrassed of, but is an opportunity to strengthen your faith in Him. Leave your pride or selfish thinking behind, and walk towards your loving Father - He has always sustained you.