The path may be difficult. The path may have hills and valleys and twists and turns, ruts and bumps....it may be covered in darkness and veiled in the mists of troubles. I know this. I walk these paths as well. Some days I can't see where I'm going and some days I just want to forget about walking at all. Like today, there is so many things that need attention, my mind is in overload mode, the path has too many obstacles and I want to just quit. I have friends and family in dire situations, my own life seems more complicated than ever. Where is this path taking us, me?!?!
And then I remember. I remember Who my Father is. I remember to keep my eyes on Jesus. He created my path. And He leads me on. And I remember who I am in Christ. That is today's visit...or technically yesterdays. It was almost like a pre-visit. LOL
I heard a new song on the radio and it lifted my heart. I think back on it now and a quiet contentment fills my soul. One I didn't have as I came out of the grocery store today, feeling the burdens and pressures pressing into my mind, threatening to overwhelm me and stop me in my tracks. I felt the panic start to press on my chest, my breathing getting difficult. And then....I remember, that I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me (Philippians 4:13). When my failures weigh heavily on me and my focus turns to my fumbles and stumbles on this path, I remember I am God's masterpiece, created a new in Christ Jesus, to do good works that bring God glory (Ephesians 2:10). I am a child of God, the Spirit bears witness of this fact, and just as I may suffer with Christ, I will also be glorified with Him (Romans 8:16-17). In my weaknesses, the power of Christ works in me, His grace is all I need (2 Corinthians 12:9). On and on and on, the truths and promises come to mind.
The song I heard yesterday reminded me to recall who I am in Jesus and that calmed my heart and mind. My favorite line, "in my Father's house there's a place for me," so many of us feel like we will never belong, like we are walking in circles, clueless, alone and with no purpose or destination. But that is so far from the truth of God's Word. Every negative thought, every dart of the devil we face on this journey can be shot down by the Word of God. Who we are. Who He is. Remember! Then keep walking!
There are so many trials to get through in this life. We know each one is designed or allowed by our loving heavenly Father to work out His good plan for us. They don't feel good. Most times we can't see the outcome or the reason. We have to walk by faith and not by sight (2 Corinthians 5:7). It's hard. But maybe remembering who we are in Christ and who we are to Christ, can help us to lift our heads and walk on with confidence, knowing we are ready for any battle that comes our way because, You are of God, little children, and have overcome them, because He who is in you is greater than he who is in the world. (1 John 4:4).
Lord, thank You for the reminders of who we are. Lead us to the Scripture and the promises that will strengthen us with Your power and grace. Thank You for the good You are working in each of our lives even though many times it seems hidden from our view. Increase our faith. Help our unbelief! In Jesus Name, amen.
Look up promises that fit your situation and stand on them!!
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