There's no way to accomplish anything of worth and value without suffering setbacks from time-to-time; it's a natural part of learning and growing. There will be moments when you face rejection, make mistakes...sometimes BIG mistakes, but that's all right. You'll come through it. Whatever you do, just don't quit.
I know things might not be panning out the way you would like them to. Situations may be taking longer to work out than you had hoped. But don't be discouraged. The word of God reminds us that "the race is not to the swift, or the battle to the strong..." (See Ecclesiastes 9:11)
You have to stick around to see the conclusion of the matter. Don't get out of the race just because you run into some unexpected obstacles along the way.
You must be strong and resolute; I know it's hard. In truth, one of the hardest things to do in the midst of adversity is to keep going. Everything in you says, "Give up. It's not worth it. Things won't ever work out."
But don't let uncertainty about the outcome stop you from persevering to the end.
Please be warned, however. When you're at your lowest point, the enemy will work to exploit your vulnerabilities. He'll tell you that you won't make it. He'll show you all the odds that are stacked against you. And trust me when I tell you, he'll make what seems to be a pretty compelling case for why you should abandon your visions and dreams. But don't be deceived by his lies; rather, get in God's face. Only God can build you up when you get weak. Only He can encourage you in your most disappointing times.Only He can give you the strength to run on.
That's why it's so important to fortify your spirit during times of trials and testing. Stay in touch with God so you don't sink under the pressure. You've got to encourage yourself in the Lord. Get in the Word. Let God be your refuge.
"For in the time of trouble He shall hide me in His pavilion In the secret place of His tabernacle He shall hide me; He shall set me high upon a rock" (Psalm 27:5 NKJV).
He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the LORD, “He is my refuge and my fortress; My God, in Him I will trust” (Psalm 91:1,2 NKJV)
He alone is your keeper, so be sure to run to Him, and not away from Him. And I must add... don't, under any circumstances, give into those negative voices and buy into the lies of the enemy; otherwise, you'll end up forfeiting your destiny.
Even when you don't know how things will work out, just continue putting one foot in front of the other. It's up to you to keep moving; it's up to God to ensure that you arrive at your destination.
If you keep your end of the bargain by not quitting in the day of adversity, He'll no doubt see things through to completion in your life.
As always, thanks for reading, and until next time... may you be empowered to prosper!
Dianna Hobbs
www.eewmagazine.com
I know things might not be panning out the way you would like them to. Situations may be taking longer to work out than you had hoped. But don't be discouraged. The word of God reminds us that "the race is not to the swift, or the battle to the strong..." (See Ecclesiastes 9:11)
You have to stick around to see the conclusion of the matter. Don't get out of the race just because you run into some unexpected obstacles along the way.
You must be strong and resolute; I know it's hard. In truth, one of the hardest things to do in the midst of adversity is to keep going. Everything in you says, "Give up. It's not worth it. Things won't ever work out."
But don't let uncertainty about the outcome stop you from persevering to the end.
Please be warned, however. When you're at your lowest point, the enemy will work to exploit your vulnerabilities. He'll tell you that you won't make it. He'll show you all the odds that are stacked against you. And trust me when I tell you, he'll make what seems to be a pretty compelling case for why you should abandon your visions and dreams. But don't be deceived by his lies; rather, get in God's face. Only God can build you up when you get weak. Only He can encourage you in your most disappointing times.Only He can give you the strength to run on.
That's why it's so important to fortify your spirit during times of trials and testing. Stay in touch with God so you don't sink under the pressure. You've got to encourage yourself in the Lord. Get in the Word. Let God be your refuge.
"For in the time of trouble He shall hide me in His pavilion In the secret place of His tabernacle He shall hide me; He shall set me high upon a rock" (Psalm 27:5 NKJV).
He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the LORD, “He is my refuge and my fortress; My God, in Him I will trust” (Psalm 91:1,2 NKJV)
He alone is your keeper, so be sure to run to Him, and not away from Him. And I must add... don't, under any circumstances, give into those negative voices and buy into the lies of the enemy; otherwise, you'll end up forfeiting your destiny.
Even when you don't know how things will work out, just continue putting one foot in front of the other. It's up to you to keep moving; it's up to God to ensure that you arrive at your destination.
If you keep your end of the bargain by not quitting in the day of adversity, He'll no doubt see things through to completion in your life.
As always, thanks for reading, and until next time... may you be empowered to prosper!
Dianna Hobbs
www.eewmagazine.com
