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Ever loved someone deeply but realized that he or she just didn’t love you back? God has.
It’s easy to get caught up in the resources our churches provide—a talented choirs, stunning buildings, and powerful messages. But a critical question remains: is the presence of the Holy Spirit actually there? No resource can cure the hopelessness we feel. Only the healing power of Jesus can.
Sometimes when we’re far from home, we feel homesick. Maybe that feeling goes a lot deeper than we think, and it’s because we are far from the Lord. Next time we feel homesick, let’s check on how close we’ve been to God. Be encouraged—He is always near.
Sometimes when we face unexpected losses or uncertainty in our lives, we tend to lose assurance of God’s provision. Yet by trusting the Lord, staying intimate with Him, and maintaining momentum to seek Him while enduring the trial, His powerful influence over our lives becomes greater than our circumstances. Let’s humbly ask the Lord to intercede, believing that He will.
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It can be hard to change when we have old habits, traditions, and desires in the way? It is like a building; reconstruction is difficult with existing clutter, rather than starting from a clean foundation. God cleanses us of the rubble so He can build within us.
Sometimes after serving the Lord for many years, we begin to feel like we can make it without fully depending on Him. This can lead us to make decisions without first seeking God. But our Heavenly Father has a purpose and direction for every area of our lives. If we truly want to walk in His will, we must continually be led by Him.
Way too often we allow tough circumstances to steal our peace. But the first step toward hope is being honest with God about what we're going through. Our circumstances may not change, but when we turn our eyes to God, hope enters.
When we’re desperate and in trouble, let us pray. God understands our tears, even when we don’t have the words. Like Hannah, who poured out her soul to the Lord for a son, let’s come to God rather than letting our troubles build up inside us.
Each one of us has failed God—we have shortcomings that make it hard for us to even imagine being used by Him. The good news is that God can use anyone! Whether we have physical hindrances or spiritual scars, God will work mightily through us if we’re willing. Above all circumstances, God is in control. Are we trusting Him today?