Stand strong my brothers and sisters

[Riverwalker]

Sometimes, there is feast and sometimes there is famine.  Sometimes there is happiness, plenty, peace, contentment and sometime life is a real pain in the posterior.

Sometimes we are surrounded by family, sometimes we are  by ourselves.....but we are never alone

Hebrews 13:5

Let your conduct be without covetousness; be content with such things as you have. For He Himself has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.”

When the storm is raging and it looks pretty dire, never forget who is with you. Jesus is in the boat with you, and the Holy Spirit is in your heart

Get ready for the battle

Ephesians 6: 10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. 11 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of [c]the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places. 13 Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand.

14 Stand therefore, having girded your waist with truth, having put on the breastplate of righteousness, 15 and having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace; 16 above all, taking the shield of faith with which you will be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked one. 17 And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God; 18 praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, being watchful to this end with all perseverance and supplication for all the saints

And when you stand, know your promises.

When Goliath threatened the army of God, they shook in their Armor

But David stood strong, he knew the Promises of God..   " Who is this uncircumcised Philistine that he should stand against the army of God"

He faced Goliath and won, because God was with Him

When you face your enemy....know that God is with you, and all you really have to do is stand

James 4:7

Therefore submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you.

 

We are in and we face troubling times, but God is with us, and if you are anxious or worried give it God and ask for help! and once giving it to him, thank Him and believe he will take care of it, then get your mind off of it

Philippians 4:

6 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; 7 and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus

8 Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy—meditate on these things.

And if you need more help...ask your brothers and sisters to pray for you. Do not be too proud to seek help

Stay strong my brothers and sisters in the tribulation to come.....and know you are not alone, and in 100 years we are all going to be rocking on streets of gold

 

[Alive]

11 minutes ago, Riverwalker said:

Stay strong my brothers and sisters in the tribulation to come.....and know you are not alone, and in 100 years we are all going to be rocking on streets of gold

 

I sure hope so!

[debrakay]

Daily and all throughout the day, each an every day, in this time of restlessness, the Holy Spirit reminds me of the plan and to stay far from fear, worries and concerns.  But alas, my human brain takes rabbit trails and then he gently nudges be back to his side and calms me.  For years I have walked as a follower of Christ but the past 2 1/2 years have been more of a test of faith than ever in my entire journey.  I am constantly reminded of the new believer and those who are still existing on the milk of the word rather than the meat.  If I am having bits of anxiety here and there I can only imagine their trials and tribulations!  

It's easy to say we are standing firm, and for the most part we are, but then another bit of the world dies to sin right before our very eyes.  He told us it would not be easy but we stand firm in the midst of the storms and keep his light shining.  The song "Onward, Christian Soldiers" plays in my head all the time now. 

Onward, Christian soldiers, 
marching as to war,
With the cross of Jesus
going on before!
Christ, the royal Master,
leads against the foe;
Forward into battle,
see his banner go!

Refrain:
Onward, Christian soldiers,
marching as to war,
With the cross of Jesus
going on before!

At the sign of triumph
Satan's host doth flee;
On, then, Christian soldiers,
on to victory!
Hell's foundations quiver
at the shout of praise;
Brothers, lift your voices,
loud your anthems raise! [Refrain]

Like a mighty army
moves the church of God;
Brothers, we are treading
where the saints have trod;
We are not divided;
all one body we,
One in hope and doctrine,
one in charity. [Refrain]

Onward, then, ye people,
join our happy throng,
Blend with ours your voices
in the triumph song;
Glory, laud, and honor,
unto Christ the King;
This thro' countless ages
men and angels sing. [Refrain]

[existential mabel]

yes its important to move on from the milk.  The meat is more of a recent thing for me. a journey of discovery through the bible.

i love that hymn btw i do like to sing in the mornings the traditional hymns the ones that the church doesnt seem to want to play anymore. singing is good for the soul and the spirit.

Edited July 30, 2022 by existential mabel