When you’re feeling discouraged or need a boost of courage, God is there.
Facing discouragement? Facing desperate circumstances? Be encouraged today. God knows the path through the deep waters. Trust Him.
Do people leave our conversations with them feeling encouraged or discouraged? Let’s determine that our conversations will inspire courage for those around us.
How can we say “Whatever” to God when the going gets tough? Read on to learn what I’ve discovered in the past days and weeks.
Feeling weak? I am. Here’s a personal story that will encourage you today.
Jesus says, “Come, follow me.” What does that mean?
When stuff happens, we decide how to respond. Our challenge is to maintain a God-honoring perspective.
I have no idea why God has allowed this to happen, but this one thing I know–He hears me when I cry for help and He will answer.
Life is full of uncertainties, but this we know–the Lord is always with us. No matter what life brings, He is right beside us.
I ask God for wisdom, for strength, and for courage. And He answers when I focus my thoughts on Him and His promises rather than on the stuff that unnerves me.
“I will be your God throughout your lifetime–until your hair is white with age. I made you, and I will care for you. I will carry you along and save you.”- God
When we’re in despair or feeling anxious, praise is actually therapeutic. It transforms our perspective because it sets our spiritual sights on God.
Not once does God’s Word say, “Figure it out on your own,” but many times He promises to direct our steps and show us the right path.
What would your joy quotient be if you lost your health and creature comforts? Joy remains possible thanks to the Lord’s presence in our lives.
God doesn’t take a nap and then wake up to discover that–oh my goodness–something went terribly wrong on the earth while He rested His eyelids.
It helps us focus our spiritual eyes where they belong—on the almighty, all-wise, all-powerful God who presences Himself with His people at all times.
It amazes me how different people can look at the same situation and come away with completely different perspectives.
Humanly speaking, feeding 5,000 men and their families was an impossible task. But impossible tasks were Jesus’ specialty, and this event revealed His power.
As I ponder Peter’s words, I picture a little girl asking her daddy to twirl her “more and more.” She holds her arms up as she begs for “just one more swing.”
Our situation seems impossible, and we’re certain we’ll drown. But wait! What does God’s Word say about the Red Sea? Here are some encouraging words.
“Lay him on the floor,” instructed the 911 operator. Easier said than done. Gene was dead weight, plus he had two cracked ribs.
No one would have blamed David if he’d entertained questions and negative thoughts. But that’s not how he chose to respond.
When the enemy of discouragement tries to overtake me, I run to my hiding place–my faith in God–and find safety there. I cling to His promises to care for me.
We enter battle mindful that God has given us the spiritual armor we need to conquer. And so we pray and move forward, expecting Him to grant victory.
Do we speak words of truth when we see our friends making life-altering choices that guarantee a poor outcome and challenge them with the truth of God’s word
He’s the creator of heaven and earth! This amazing God–the one for whom nothing is impossible–He’s the one who is for you! Why, then, should we fear?
I read these Scriptures with a question in mind: What single thought grabs me? The answer: “The Lord is for me.” The statement is simple but life-altering.
No matter what circumstances you and I face–and I guarantee we will face tough stuff–we can rest assured that the Lord will care for us.
When God gives an assignment, our tendency is to say, “Who, me? I can’t do that.” Fear looms, and we offer excuses such as, “I’m not smart enough.”
How can we muster courage in the face of fear? By remembering that, no matter what happens to us, we are victors because God is the king of our lives.
“The job description fits you and Grace,” he said. “May I give IM your names?” And so began our adventure into the realm of the impossible.
Scripture tells us to be wise and not start building a house lest we’re unable to complete it, but it also says to walk by faith.
The task appeared daunting and the supplies seemed ridiculously inadequate. But Jesus didn’t seem to notice. He used what was available and got the job done.
Champions one minute. Losers the next. What a ride! How can we prevent or lessen the emotional ups and downs?
My husband sat at the kitchen table, his head in his hands. “It’s time for a change,” he said. “I’m not interested in doing this any longer.”
To say I felt overwhelmed would be an understatement. So what kept me going? Keeping my eyes on the One who is invisible.
The Israelites failed to trust and obey…If only they’d known God’s heart for them. Maybe they would have responded in a different way.
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