Dear Friend, the situations we face have solutions in the finished work of the cross! The answer to all the problems faced by humanity can only be solved by the name of Jesus!
Jesus is and will always be the solution to all human problems!
Let us refuse to focus on the schemes of the enemy, but focus on The promises of God. He holds the future, and He is in control of all our days.
Let us refuse to give the enemy power that belongs to our Father!
Friends, sometimes we face situations that cause us to be afraid. Situations that make us wonder how on earth will this all play out. We become so afraid, wanting to fix the situations ourselves because we feel that God is too silent, only to create more mess.
Friend, the silence of God is more powerful than any word we can utter. Our Father does not sleep. He has not taken His eyes off of us.
1Peter 3:12 “For the eyes of the Lord are toward the righteous,
And His ears attend to their prayer,
But the face of the Lord is against those who do evil.”
2 Chronicles 16:9
“For the eyes of the LORD range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to Him.“
As I write, the story of Job comes to mind. (Job 23)
In his suffering, Job said that if only he knew where to find God, he would share his situation with Him.
But everywhere Job looked, he could not see the hand of God. Job stated that God was hiding from him. That’s how alone Job was feeling.
But Job did not lose hope. He believed that even when he could not see or feel God, God was aware of his situation!
Job 23:10 But he knoweth the way that I take: when he hath tried me, I shall come forth as gold.
Job lost everything, and worms were eating his flesh, but Job refused to let go of the fact that God is a faithful God. Job believed that God would turn his situation around after losing everything! That is faith! Friend, like Job, while we wait, let us fight the good fight by putting on the whole armour of God.
Ephesians 6:10-18
10 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. 11 Put on the full armour of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. 12 For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. 13 Therefore put on the full armour of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. 14 Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, 15 and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. 16 In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. 17 Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.
When the enemy comes in for the kill on the battleground of our minds, let us fight back with the Living Word!
Hold firm to the Word, read it to yourself and meditate upon it! Let us allow the Living Word to transform our minds!
Here are 8 Bible verses that I like to meditate on while going through rough seasons. I hope they are also a blessing to you while you wait for your loving Father to turn your situation around.
Isaiah 26:3 “You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.”
Isaiah 41:10 “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
Deuteronomy 31:8 “The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.”
Psalms 32:8 “I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you.”
Psalms 37:23-24 “The LORD makes firm the steps of the one who delights in him;
though he may stumble, he will not fall, for the LORD upholds him with his hand.
Isaiah 40:31 “But those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.”
Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
Philippians 4:6-7 “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
Friend, all power and authority belong to Jesus!
In seasons of peace and rest, He has the last say!
In seasons of unrest, He is still in control!
It does not matter what situation we face today or over our lifetime, by faith; let us pray like the prophet Elijah that our eyes may be open to our reality as Children of God and to the understanding that we are more than conquerors and not alone!
2 Kings 6:17-20 “And Elisha prayed, “Open his eyes, Lord, so that he may see.” Then the Lord opened the servant’s eyes, and he looked and saw the hills full of horses and chariots of fire all around Elisha.“
Today friend, our Father is saying to us, “Trust me, for I am all-knowing, all-powerful, and I am everywhere. My eyes are upon you, and my plans towards you are good!” There is always a hedge of Protection around us! We are surrounded by fire and protected by the name of Jesus!
You always remember, friend, that the enemy comes only to kill and to steal, but our Father came so that we might have life.
Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
I hope these words will encourage you right where you are, friend.
You know I love hearing from you. Feel free to send me a message at any time.
Thinking out loud because life is better shared!
Kimberlee
P.S. This song comes to mind as I write, so let me share it with you.
Victory Belongs to Jesus
