Last week, I shared my heart and found lots of support from this community. I, however, found even more hope from my Lord and Savior, Christ. Now I am moving forward
We walk through times when our faith is tested. When life throws curveballs, and it is hard to know why we can’t progress in life. Moving forward when you are confronted with health issues and trials can weigh you down. I knew better; but I let the problems deter me and stop me in my tracks. I decided to have a major pity party. I am just being honest here.
Have you been there? I feel like Gideon or Sarah. I doubted my call and I doubted Him. I will not wallow in my doubt, however. These people doubted but were still used greatly of God in the end: Gideon brought deliverance and Sarah supported Abraham with love and devotion and became the mother of all nations.
God has a purpose for each of us. He calls us writers to serve Him; to believe we are good enough. We don’t have to put out a fleece or question His call in our life. He will show us the way if we diligently seek Him.
He knows His plans for us ““plans to prosper (us) and not to harm (us), plans to give (us) hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11.
I know we are human. But God is our deliverer. He is our Hope. No matter the situation I face, He rescues me. He will rescue you too.
As we move forward with our community, what do you doubt today? How do you find hope and faith? What scriptures inspire you in moving forward after a period of great testing? I hope you will share in comments below.
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WHAT DO WE DO WHEN THERE IS NO BLUEPRINT?
Pam’s post edified me so much this week. It also validated my own searching for Him and His will for my life in the midst of trying times. I may not see His blueprint at this point in my life. I agree with Pam. Our lives can seem to get knocked off track at times; and pat answers of trusting that God will work it out does not offer an exact blueprint or plan for me to proceed. Trusting Him, however, when I can’t see His plan or don’t understanding it moves me into deeper realms of faith.
As you can see God seems to use our community to bolster each other and lift one another up. Did you find a post this week that really helped you in building your faith?
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Sorry ti hear you have recently had a hard time, praising Gid, He met you in it & carried you through though!
I cling to the Jeremiah verses too, when it gets super tough & keep focused upon the Lord & His blessings in my life.
Jennifer
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I love Jeremiah. Thank you for stopping by and for your kind words.
Mary Hill recently posted…#LMMLinkup: Moving Forward with Christ
Have a wonderfully blessed week Mary. I am so glad you received the encouragement from others to help you see what was already there. and Yes, I often do have moments like that too – where the pity party comes along, but staying there too long isn’t an option, or I quickly go down the slippery slope. Thanks for the link up and sharing authentically with us too.
Debbie Kitterman recently posted…The Reluctant Encourager & Tune In Thursday #71
Debbie, that is so true. I sometimes start sliding, but I just have to reach up my hand and call out and He is there. Thanks so much for your uplifting comment today.
Mary Hill recently posted…#LMMLinkup: Moving Forward with Christ
Mary, Thank you for sharing your heart. Yes, I do find myself once in awhile in the middle of a self-pity party. I do doubt myself too. I am giving a talk in September on a difficult topic. I have doubted whether I am the one to do it, whether I should find someone else, and would I be good enough. You have reminded me I need to take it back to God.
Maree Dee recently posted…Do You Trust God in the Pruning? – Grace & Truth Link-Up
Maree Dee, I will pray for you as your prepare for your talk that God’s Holy Spirit will go before you and prepare the hearts. You bless me every time I read your blog. Thanks for stopping by today and for your support.
Mary Hill recently posted…#LMMLinkup: Moving Forward with Christ
Sometimes our various callings seem to clash. Our writing might have to simmer on the back burner for a while due to family needs, God will make the time and way to get back to it or stir it up from time to time. And often, when that happens, it’s all the richer for the time spent slow-cooking and letting the flavors permeate the whole dish.
Barbara Harper recently posted…Violence in films, books, and the Bible
Barbara, I love your analogy. Thanks so much for you r wonderful encouragement. It lifted my heart.
Mary Hill recently posted…#LMMLinkup: Moving Forward with Christ
Mary, I’m so glad you were encouraged last week. We all need what God provides through friends and others, but as you said at the beginning of this post, it’s so good to know we can run to the One who is always there to give us just what we need.
Donna Reidland recently posted…“What If It Was Illegal to Own or Read the Bible?” July 23
Donna: Amen. Thanks for your supporting words today.
Mary Hill recently posted…#LMMLinkup: Moving Forward with Christ
Thanks for the feature and kind words, Mary! Praying God’s strength and comfort for you today.
Sarah Geringer recently posted…When You Are Deeply Hurt by a Friend
Sarah, I so appreciate you and your calling. You bless me so much every time that I visit your blog.
Mary Hill recently posted…#LMMLinkup: Moving Forward with Christ