And I am sure of this, that He who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ. – Philippians 1:6
I am sure, my friend. You’re gonna be ok. YOU ARE GOING TO MAKE IT!
After wearily climbing into bed for an attempted mid-Sunday afternoon nap, I stared down at the beige carpet by my bedside, trying to shut down my thoughts.
It seems the more I try not to think, the more I begin to think. And so my brain kicked into over-drive.
How many times have I knelt right here, through the years? It’s a thousand wonders this carpet isn’t thread-bare.
I’ve fought many battles right here. Knapsacks of heavy burdens were unloaded here. Struggles let go to God. Flesh put back in its place, answers found. Worry shut it’s mouth right here on this carpet–every care-taken to the Cross–right here on my knees.
And it seemed each and every time, I thought this was the end. That I had been defeated. Every time I fell down here. That I could never make it through THIS trial.
But somehow, as sure as the morn dawns every day, by the time I prayed it out, peace was found here. Enemy had to flee. Strongholds were broken. I made it through.
Someone needs to know, you will get through this! It may feel like the enemy has taken every strand of dignity from you. Your marriage, your children, your job, your health, your confidence, your financial stability, your sanity. But you’re gonna be ok!
It’s all lies the enemy has sent to disable you from your fight of faith. He’s the one who told you that you could not make it. To give up the fight. You will never see your family come into God’s kingdom. They are too far gone. That voice was NOT from God!
That ole slew foot will try to bully you with fear. He will fill your mind with questions and even doubting that if God really loved you, He never would have put this on you in the first place.
Face your fears. Face every one of them head on. You have a shield of faith that thwarts every fiery dart that the enemy hurls at you.
Someone once told me to hold on to my faith. Not to let it go. I confess, I didn’t understand at the time, what that actually meant. But I learned the lesson soon enough. OUR FAITH…That is what the enemy is really out to get. I know there are lots of things he has already stolen from you, but if he can get your faith, he knows he is well on his way to defeating YOU.
Hebrews 10:35-39 your faith will SAVE you.
So, I am passing along the advice–Hold on to your faith! Don’t let it go! You will come forth as gold! You will make it through. You will be ok.
–Your carpet still has a little tread left.
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Amen sister!
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You are going to be ok brother!
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With God listening, Jesus interceding, and the Holy Spirit in me, how can I miss? Yes, Whatever the challenge, we’ll make it through. Thanks for visiting JanBeek. God bless you.
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God Bless you!
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Amen! On point my friend. Needed those precious words. Thank you. Big hugs💗🙏🏻
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Thank you so much! Hugs right back! 🤗🌻
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Thanks for this!
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You are welcome! Glad it helped.
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Amen!! Amen!! Yes I have taste what you have shared here. When I was a Baby In Christ there was so much I couldn’t understand. But He knew I wouldn’t. He was so patient with me. He stood by me when others left me. When I was weak it was He who gave me His Strength for me to keep moving forward. Faith!! That’s It!! The enemy its his job to attack and to have us to dealt. New Levels…New Devils!! I will continue communicating with my Lord Jesus Christ. Thank you for sharing this with us. ((Hugs)) 🙂
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You are so right Betty Jo! I was 19 when I was filled with God’s Spirit! He has kept me for 30 years! I have walked through ups and downs. I am learning something new about Him everyday! But the most important thing I have learned in the last few years, in a deeper walk with Him, is just HOW MUCH He loves me! He has been my friend, lawyer, father, mother and many more things to me! Someone just told me a few hours ago the same thing you said here—when they were weak, HE was strong! Thank you so much for sharing with me! I enjoy your posts and wisdom! God Bless!
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((Hugs)) 🙂
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God Continue To Bless And Comfort You And your Love One’s 😊((Hugs))
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Thank you for the kind Well-wishes! 🤗
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Beautifully written. Thank you for the inspiration today. Many people have different religions but the important thing is that they have Faith. I have always taught my children to respect others’ faith.
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You are very welcome. And thank you for your kind words! Yes. We all need faith!
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❤
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❤️ you my friend!
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Faith is everything.. ❤ beautiful to read.
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Thank you!
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Encouraging post
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Thank you bunches!
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