Has life ever really ticked you off? Maybe you're furious about something right now. In the past few years I've had plenty of opportunities to be angry, hate life, and question my Father's love for me. I've been "let go" from two jobs, struggled terribly financially, forced to move out of our home, forced to file bankruptcy, and thought I'd lost it all. It makes trying to find a good parking space look like nothing - even though I know that is frustrating too. I'm reminded tonight of the trials Paul went through as he tried to establish the early church. I now have a home. Paul didn't. I have a car. Paul didn't. Paul gave up everything to WALK hundreds of miles, constantly in danger from the land, the elements, and his own countrymen (2 Corinthians 11:26). Yet he persisted. When led by the Holy Spirit, he traveled to Macedonia (Acts 16:9) against all odds just to be obedient.
Today you and I will face challenges and frustrations that may seem insurmountable as we try to live out God's plan for us. But none of these things take God by surprise. He didn't cause the problems or even plan them, but He did equip us with all the power, wisdom, and insight we need to overcome them. I pray today that you and I will stay committed to do what He's calling us to and that we will trust Him to guide us. Father, please forgive us for our failures and help us succeed and make positive change today. Help us be patient, strong, loving, kind, forgiving, and committed. Thank you for filling us with your love! Thank you for equipping us!
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