Keeping the Faith through Life’s Trials

Angela — Thu, 18 Jan 2018 02:57:22 +0000

I was optimistic about this year and I knew that 2018 was going to be a great year. However, as I write this, I can’t help but think about the million things that have piled up on my to-do list. It seems the closer I get to God, the more chaotic my life becomes. Slowly, I can feel God’s calling on my life being pushed to the side. In just a matter of days, I feel distant and question “God, are you there?”

I used to think that the closer you got to God, the easier life became. When in reality, life doesn’t get easier. The closer you get to God, the more distractions you experience. I like how 1 Peter 5:8-11 says it, “8 Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. 9 Resist him, standing firm in the faith, because you know that the family of believers throughout the world is undergoing the same kind of sufferings. 10 And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast. 11 To him be the power for ever and ever. Amen.”

We all experience trials and hardships in life, but it’s important to remain firm and strong in the Lord. How do we do that? By praying and reading His Word! Sometimes that’s easier said than done. I find that just spending a few minutes in the morning praying and reading one verse helps. I ask God to speak to me and give me peace for that day. It helps give me hope that I can get through whatever situation I’m experiencing.

Sometimes even just listening to worship music can help lift my spirits. Just today on my way home from work this song called “Breathe,” came on:

Breathe, just breathe
Come and rest at my feet
And be, just be
Chaos calls but all you really need
Is to take it in, fill your lungs
The peace of God that overcomes
Just breathe (just breathe)
let your weary spirit rest
Lay down what’s good and find what’s best
Just breathe (just breathe)

I love this, “Breathe, just breathe, come and rest at my feet and be, just be.” I encourage you to take a moment out of your busy schedules, push the distractions aside, breathe and have a moment with God. I’m thankful for just one more day because I know I am not guaranteed tomorrow. Today, I’m believing and praying for peace, clarity and wisdom in your situation. Amen and thank you for reading!

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