Yet- it's in the time of more- that we stop and ask ourselves if we will ever truly be content.
For when we receive more of something, we tend to talk about the things we wish we had more of.
The truth is- in this life- we may have more and we may have less- we may be sick or we may be well- we may be lonely or we may have too many friends...
but then we can remember the words of the apostle Paul who said,
" Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance andneed. I can do all things through him who strengthens me." Philipians 4:11-13
It's the strength of the Lord that helps us continue on in every circumstance. :) So, it's important to carry that joy with us in all moments. :)
Still in verse 14 he goes on to say:
"Yet it was kind of you to share my trouble"- which I think speaks to how important it is to have supportive people in your life. God made us in a world of people for a reason. We don't have to be alone in our troubles, but if we do find ourselves feeling alone- we can know that Jesus is always with us- so we don't have to be on our own. ^^
Lately, I feel like I have been experiencing the meaning of the verse psalm 27:14 "Wait for the LORD; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the LORD!"
Sometimes difficult times come, but if we wait on the Lord, he is sure to come through for us. ^^ Trusting him is the most important part- and waiting patiently. Waiting waiting on the Lord.
sayang ^^ Jesus always taking care of us :)
ReplyDeletePsalm 27:14 is one of my very favorite verses. It just has a powerful certainty to it that lets you know that God will help you be patient.
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