Still Standing
For we wrestle not
against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against
the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high
places. Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to
withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand.
Ephesians 6:12-13 KJV
Take a moment to think
back... to remember all the times in your life you didn't think it would ever
get better, didn't think you would make it through. It was difficult; and at
times, it seemed absolutely overwhelming. Do you remember?
Maybe you don't have to
'think back'. Maybe you're there now. I know of many who are in the battle of
their lives, spiritually and/or physically. Now stop and think of this moment.
Right here, right now, while you're reading this. You're alive. You're still
breathing. Can you say, "Thank You, God" and mean it?
I'm not a Pollyanna. I
know life can be hard. However, it's true what they say - Whatever we feed
or focus on is what becomes bigger. So do we complain and commiserate about the
trials and tribulations or do we count it all joy? Please
don't misunderstand. I'm not even remotely suggesting that you must be happy in
all things. I don't think that's possible. What I am suggesting is that,
according to Scripture, you Fix your thoughts on what is true, and
honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. Think about things
that are excellent and worthy of praise. (Philippians 4:8 NLT)
What I am offering is
the advice from the writer of Hebrews 3:13-14 NLT, You must warn each
other every day, while it is still “today,” so that none of you will be
deceived by sin and hardened against God. For if we are faithful to the
end, trusting God just as firmly as when we first believed, we will share in
all that belongs to Christ.
And don't forget. Your
foundation is sure. Christ IS the solid Rock on which we stand... and you're
still standing.
Prayer:
Father,
Thank You for all You have brought us through. We
know You are a faithful Father. Help us always to see Your loving touch in all
things. In Jesus' Name we pray. Amen
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