"Your lives will begin to glow in the darkness; your shadowed lives will be bathed in the sunlight. I will always show you where to go; I'll give you a full life in the emptiest of places." (Isaiah 58:11)
Do you sometimes find it difficult to see the hand of God's goodness in every situation?
Whether it’s a good thing or a bad thing, our joy shouldn’t waver based on our circumstances or feelings; we should rely on God to orchestrate every situation we encounter to make us a better person, and it’s really going to depend on whether we respond to the trial or blessing in the way God wants us to. Our trouble is a blessing when it makes us stronger, but our good fortune and blessings can be an affliction if they entice us away from God. We need to rely and trust in Him to be stronger when we are weak, but also remember that when we are successful and thriving to use our prosperity for Him. In every situation God gives us comfort and encouragement that will make us stronger.
- The more we experience and believe in God's goodness in every aspect of our lives, the more we trust Him.
- The more we trust Him, the easier it is for us to put our lives into His hands.
Only by placing our lives in His hands will He bless us and work through us...
...so that His wonderful will can be done.
The conditions and situations in my life are always changing, and I should never take for granted or become dependent on any of life's cycles, because whatever my conditions may be at the present moment are only temporary. My joy, prayers, and thankfulness should not be determined by the actions of others or the ups and downs I encounter in my day. God has a plan for me and each cycle of my life is an opportunity to reflect on His goodness and accept and appreciate God's perfect timing. Whatever my day brings, I should be content and have a heart that responds to God. Wherever I am, or whatever has happened, I can make a positive commitment to move forward, following God no matter what. Once our hearts really grasp the goodness of God, we can be confident that He will never let us down. As long as we follow Him and rely on His power for strength and contentment, He will always be on our side in every situation.
"I have learned the secret in being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want." (Philippians 4:12)
Linking up with Angel on Follow Me Fridays
It is hard to do..."rely on God to orchestrate every situation"...but very true. Great post Denise. Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThis may be one of our most difficult undertakings as Christians, as human beings. To trust God and to be content "in every situation". We should and we can but only, as you point out, when we follow Him and rely on His power. Great post and thanks for linking up!
ReplyDeleteDenise I love your blog because it's transparency. I know I would look at things and try to find the goodness. but several years ago I had a nervous break-down and I have to say that was a very bad time in my life, I questioned God all the time during that period but what He was showing me was no matter what obstacles or my circumstances are He's still GOD and there is goodness in HIM. And I learned how to appreciate life and for that I thank GOD.
ReplyDeleteIt is difficult to see God's hand in every situation but I've been learning over the years to trust Him and it gets easier as I get older. When I trust, I am content. What a wonderful feeling!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful post...to be content in "whatever state we are"...how I always remind myself of this. I just wrote a post on contentment recently myself, because I was writing to "me" that day...sometimes I write to myself...hoping it will benefit others as well...
ReplyDeleteAnyway...very inspirational and uplifting post. I found you via the "Finding the Inspiring" link up...and now I am your newest follower. Look forward to many other great posts. Hope you have a blessed weekend.
Erin @ Chronic Christian Crafter
Amen. Encouraging words.
ReplyDeleteLove it when you said, "Our trouble is a blessing when it makes us stronger, but our good fortune and blessings can be an affliction if they entice us away from God." I may post that in my office. As always, I feel refreshed after visiting.
ReplyDeleteGood words today Denise. It's not always easy to trust GOD in all situations but I'm learning. When I do HE makes things a lot better!
ReplyDeleteBlessings...Chelle
Thank you for your beautiful reminder to be Joyful in God regardless of our circumstances.
ReplyDeleteLoved your art work!
Finding contentment with God in whatever season is key.
ReplyDeleteyes..I agree with you! and I know God is smarter than I am...so His plans for me have got to be better than my own plans....just sometimes wish they were the same..I am your newest follower..pls follow back if you can.
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