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Showing posts with label Encouragement. Show all posts
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Sunday, January 5, 2025

Keeping Your Mind on God



Realign Your Heart With God: "2025" – Keeping Your Heart and Mind Focused on God

In Isaiah 26:3, God assures us, "You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you." This promise is not just a fleeting hope—it is a foundation for the life of every believer. As we journey through 2025, let this be our mission: to realign our hearts with God and keep our minds anchored in His truth.

We live in a time of constant distraction. The noise of the world, the weight of responsibilities, and the chaos of unexpected events all fight for our attention. But even in the middle of confusion, God offers us peace—a peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7). This peace doesn't come from our circumstances improving. It comes from placing our trust in the One who never changes.

When troubles arise—whether it's personal loss, health struggles, broken relationships, or uncertainty about the future—Scripture reminds us, "God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble" (Psalm 46:1). He’s not far off or waiting for us to fix ourselves before approaching Him. He is present—right here, right now—and His arms are always open.

Personally, the days I choose to dwell in God's Word, to begin and end my day in prayer, and to surrender my plans to Him are the days when I feel most at peace. It’s in those moments of quiet obedience and trust that I experience the nearness of God. There’s a deep comfort in knowing that I don’t have to have it all figured out—God already does. His plan is not only good—it’s the best plan for me.

As we navigate this new year, let’s commit to intentionally keeping our hearts soft before the Lord and our minds fixed on His truth. Let’s not be swayed by fear, comparison, or doubt. Instead, let’s realign daily through prayer, worship, scripture, and fellowship with other believers.

This year, make it your goal to stay close to God. Let your heart find rest in His presence, and your mind be renewed by His promises. In doing so, you’ll walk in the kind of peace and confidence that only comes from Him.

"Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you." – James 4:8

 

Wednesday, February 15, 2023

Waiting on God













It can be difficult to wait on God. We may feel like He is taking too long to answer our prayers or that He is not listening at all. But we need to remember that God's timing is perfect. He knows what we need and when we need it. Sometimes, the wait is for our own good. Maybe God is teaching us patience or there are lessons to be learned along the way. Whatever the reason for the wait, we need to be prayerful and trust that God will answer in His perfect time.

“ In their hearts, humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.” Proverbs 16:9

It can be easy to become anxious and frustrated while waiting on God. We may feel like we are not good enough or that we don't deserve His help. Remember that God will always be there for us. He knows what we are going through and He will help us through it. So, while we are waiting on God, we should be patient and trust that He will provide for us in His perfect time.

When we are facing difficulties in our lives, it can be hard to wait on God. Here are some Psalms you can reflect on to help you get through the waiting

“Wait on the Lord; Be of good courage, And He shall strengthen your heart; Wait, I say, on the Lord.” Psalm 27:14

“I wait for the Lord, my soul waits, And in His word I do hope.” Psalm 130:5

“In the day of my trouble, I shall call upon You, For You will answer me.” Psalm 86:7

“The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears, And delivers them out of all their troubles.” Psalm 34:17

“I waited patiently for the Lord, And He inclined to me, And heard my cry.” Psalm 40:1

“My times are in your hands; deliver me from the hands of my enemies, from those who pursue me.” Psalm 31:15