When Job is afflicted he prays to God and his friends turn against him. They look at the storm yet Job looks to God. Job prays for mercy and forgiveness and refuses to compromise his integrity. His friends are quick to throw in the towel and play the blame game!
I think we can all see various players in our own lives in similar circumstances. My hope and prayer for us is that we become more like Job and trust in a living, loving, omnipresent God that is working all things for our good, even our hardships.
As Jesus asks Peter, do you love me three times, I think Christ asks us the same. Do you trust me? Do you really believe I love you? If so, follow me. I imagine him saying, quit your whining and complaining, and get with the program. Are we going forward or not....
I know in times of leadership it is often frustrating because some in the group always want to point out what is not going right, instead of focusing on moving through the situation to a better place. We all go through hardships and tough times, but if our trust is in Christ we know that better times are ahead and we must keep pressing forward.
Do not quit and listen to your friends who are busy tearing you down about what you cannot do, but keep your eyes on the maker of heaven and earth and keep the faith of God's promises.
" The substance of things hoped for the evidence of things not seen. For greater is he that is in you than he that is in the world. I will never leave you nor forsake you." His promises are real and relevant in whatever situation we find ourselves.
I know in times of leadership it is often frustrating because some in the group always want to point out what is not going right, instead of focusing on moving through the situation to a better place. We all go through hardships and tough times, but if our trust is in Christ we know that better times are ahead and we must keep pressing forward.
Do not quit and listen to your friends who are busy tearing you down about what you cannot do, but keep your eyes on the maker of heaven and earth and keep the faith of God's promises.
" The substance of things hoped for the evidence of things not seen. For greater is he that is in you than he that is in the world. I will never leave you nor forsake you." His promises are real and relevant in whatever situation we find ourselves.
Psalms Ch. 1-7, continues to speak of God's unfailing provision for those that follow his commandments and trust him. He sustains, saves and protects us from all those that persecute us. His blessing is upon the righteous.
Help us dear Lord to be that faithful and righteous servant that when others persecute us, we stand firm in our trust and faith in God to see us through each step of the way.
Help us dear Lord to be that faithful and righteous servant that when others persecute us, we stand firm in our trust and faith in God to see us through each step of the way.
Song: "Lord Have Mercy" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eDpp_YdXnqs
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