DISCOURAGEMENT- We may suffer discouragement that sometimes causes us to become weary. Waiting to see a manifestation of the promises of God in our lives it takes much faith and perseverance to see a manifestation of such. During the waiting process, we tend to get agitated, frustrated and weary due to how tiring the waiting process is. Individuals may battle with thoughts such as, "Is God still gonna come through?", "Is it really gonna happen?", "Maybe the time has long elapsed!" Hence, because at such time, we tend to see no sign or sight of the thing God has promised, discouragement sweeps over our being and if we don't mind, we end up doubting God and His promises.
The Psalmist David in Psalm 42:5 stated, " Why art thou cast down, O my soul? and why art thou disquieted in me? hope thou in God: for I shall yet praise him for the help of his countenance." If you are facing discouragement today, hope in God. He is a God that is not slack concerning His promises and whatever He said He will do, be encouraged, He will do just that.
OBSTACLES- In the book of Numbers 13 we see the account of when Moses sent the twelve (12) spies to spy out the land of Canaan. Ten (10) came back saying that they will not be able to conquer the land as there are giants in the land. Only two (2) came back with positive word that although giants are in the land, they are still well able to conquer.
The obstacles that we face can very well be likened to giants. How we see them will determine whether or not we will conquer and be victorious against what we face. It is important that no matter the obstacles that we face, that may at times causes us to bend under the situations and circumstances we learn how to encourage ourselves in the Lord and triumph over them. Psalm 73:26 reminds us, "My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever."
What are the obstacles that you are facing? You may have a child or husband that may have gone wayward, you may be facing rejection by your family or church, your ministry may have been on the rocks, you may feel as though you are hitting rock bottom, you feel exhausted and weary as a result. Be encouraged and may you find solace in the words that Paul reminded the Galatians in the book of Galatians 6:9 that says, "And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not."
CONSTANT & REPEATING BATTLES- As a child of God, it is also imperative that we understand that we are constantly in a fixed fight. Hence, like a soldier in battle, we have to be on the alert as our enemy (Satan), prowls around like a hungry lion seeking whom he may devour. As a result, we can NEVER quit! Sometimes in fighting, we may face different types of battles, some more intense than some and therefore, we must treat each battle differently. This means that at times, due to the longevity of the battle our strength may be depleted and thus, we become weary.
Many times we are constantly faced with battles of the same kind and we find that if we are not careful, we are tempted to throw in the towel and recede in the background because we've had enough. I want to encourage you today to be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. It is written in Romans 8:28 that, "And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose."
Be thou strengthened my friends! He that began a good work in you is well able to see it unto completion. Weariness is just another hurdle that requires that we exercise the strength and courage needed to cross over it. One thing I do know and it is, your Father, our Father Who art in Heaven will never leave us nor forsake us. The songwriter caught the vision as he penned the words of the song that says, "Fierce and long the battle rages, but our help is near, onward comes our Great Commander cheer my comrades cheer!" Victory is nigh so continue to press! Continue to push!
God bless you!
Shalom, shalom
Very, very motivative! I thank you so much for shedding so much light on this topic, it has been such a blessing ! Continue on this path, you are a glory carrier and exceptional grace is upon you ! God bless you !
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DeleteThe Lord bless you Prophetess as you continue to impact the lives of others through God words and all he have imparted in you. I'm indeed encourage because this blog speak volume knowing I have face this challenge of being weary at times before but God will never leave me thank you and continue be a blessing as you carry out the work set before you.
ReplyDeleteAmen and amen. To God be the glory and praise. I am happy that you were blessed. Continue to remain at the Lord's feet. Victory is yours.
DeleteGod bless you Prophetess for such an inspiring,motivating blog post.I believe it was timely and I was certainly challenged and encouraged.congratulations on a job well done.Iblook forward for other upcoming blogs.π€
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Great delivery on the topic, I was encouraged. May God continue to pour into you. Always and MUST "we learn how to encourage ourselves in the Lord and triumph over them. Psalm 73:26 reminds us, "My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion forever" Amen!
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DeleteGod bless you richly. Continue to trust in the Lord.
God bless you Woman of God. Keep on the firing line. I'm encouraged by the word.
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ReplyDeleteWe bless the Lord my dearest, u know when you speak it gives my heart a lifting of for a surety my God will see me through. God bless you continue to lift up the name of the Lord our God as he is worthy.
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"Fierce and long the battle rages, but our help is near, onward comes our Great Commander cheer my comrades cheer!"
ReplyDeleteCheer my comrades cheer!!! My God! Cheer my comrades cheer.
Blessig on you sistrin for sharing this encourgement. God bless you richly.
I declare that whether the discouragement, obstacle or battle, the comrades will stand in the assurance that their victory is SURE!
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Woman of God, this is truly inspirational words from the π that touches and sparks real changes to bring us closer to Daddy when we face hard times
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Thank you woman of God.This is a blessing to me .May God continue to sharpen your mind,as you soar to a new level in him.
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DeleteI've been feeling tired because of the constant battles I'm going through. I am feeling enlightene, encouraged by your words and of the word of GOD. I pray that the LORD GOD continue to use you mightily. Keep your light shinning my sister. God blessπ
ReplyDeleteI pray that the Lord will strengthen you and may His grace enfold you. Be encouraged, God is in it with you and He won't fail.
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