I don't know who needs to hear this but God wants you to keep pushing.
Keep pushing.
Keep pushing.
God is telling you to "keep pushing, son. Keep pushing, daughter. I am with you."
Emotions are powerful, important, and justified. While we are entitled to feel our emotions, we will not accept defeat. Our emotions can make us feel defeated, but we're not going to allow defeat to take the victory.
Something may have been working out, but now it's not. If that's the case, then know that God has something better. He always does.
"Why me? Why is this happening to us? Why isn't this working out?"
Combat those feelings with faith, friend. This is urgent. These are not empty words. I'm not speaking to a specific issue because you are already filling in the blank. Combat those feelings with faith-you know what it is. Faith should always go before our feelings.
It's a struggle right now. But I have confidence that God is working behind the scenes to reveal something better than you could have ever imagined. Therefore, I encourage you to remain faithful in the unknown in between and patient through the process. The process is precious because it is preparation for your future.
Let your strong emotions fuel you for whatever big assignment God has for you. I typically notice that before God makes a prominent move, discouragement feels heavier. Things don't always go as planned- leaving you feeling defeated in the most important part of the process. When you get discouraged, do not bow down to the throne of defeat.
It is through these tough times where God really refines His work. Let's train our minds to believe that the greatest blessing isn't what we gain in this world, it's what we strive to become through Jesus: to surrender our desperation for control and become who He wants us to become. The process will be painful with sore hearts and teary eyes, but let this be an encouragement that these moments are fleeting. This pain is temporary. God oversees it all and will work through it. I don't need to assure you this because God already made that personal promise.
Keep pushing.
Keep pushing.
God is telling you to "keep pushing, son. Keep pushing, daughter. I am with you."
Emotions are powerful, important, and justified. While we are entitled to feel our emotions, we will not accept defeat. Our emotions can make us feel defeated, but we're not going to allow defeat to take the victory.
Something may have been working out, but now it's not. If that's the case, then know that God has something better. He always does.
"Why me? Why is this happening to us? Why isn't this working out?"
Combat those feelings with faith, friend. This is urgent. These are not empty words. I'm not speaking to a specific issue because you are already filling in the blank. Combat those feelings with faith-you know what it is. Faith should always go before our feelings.
It's a struggle right now. But I have confidence that God is working behind the scenes to reveal something better than you could have ever imagined. Therefore, I encourage you to remain faithful in the unknown in between and patient through the process. The process is precious because it is preparation for your future.
Let your strong emotions fuel you for whatever big assignment God has for you. I typically notice that before God makes a prominent move, discouragement feels heavier. Things don't always go as planned- leaving you feeling defeated in the most important part of the process. When you get discouraged, do not bow down to the throne of defeat.
"But Lord, why are you allowing us to go through this?"
Because you're not like the others. You're not like your friends. My plan for you will look different than my plan for them. I called you to be set apart and to let my grace shine through you. I know you feel the pressure but I need you to walk through it a little longer. The things I have ordained are good. The only work you have to do is to put your faith in the One I sent. His grace will be sufficient for you. Keep pushing.
It is through these tough times where God really refines His work. Let's train our minds to believe that the greatest blessing isn't what we gain in this world, it's what we strive to become through Jesus: to surrender our desperation for control and become who He wants us to become. The process will be painful with sore hearts and teary eyes, but let this be an encouragement that these moments are fleeting. This pain is temporary. God oversees it all and will work through it. I don't need to assure you this because God already made that personal promise.
2 Corinthians 12:9
1 Peter 2:9
Isaiah 40
Romans 5:3-4
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