I’ve decided to challenge myself to trust God like never before. I’m currently 13 into the 40 day Trust Without Borders Challenge by Arabah Joy. It has been an interesting experience to say the least. I’ve seen highs and lows these past two weeks, from new job offers to marital struggles. I’ve done my best to keep it together but today I’m feeling the weight of my faith walk like never before. I have no idea what God is doing! I’m overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and frustration. I feel as though something has knocked the wind out of me. What am I to do? (Insert sarcasm here) Should I wallow in self-pity? Should I run away like so many times before?
Nope!
I refuse to give the enemy the satisfaction of seeing me defeated. What I will do however, is pick myself up, put my big girl boots on, and fight…and by that I mean fight with prayer and the word of God. As I take a moment to give these burdens to the Lord, I’m reminded that God is not the author of confusion; He will never leave me nor forsake me; and every believer’s all-time favorite, Jeremiah 29:11: “For I know the plans I have for you,” says the LORD. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.
The word of God gives me life and I gain strength as I shift my focus from my “problems” to His purpose. Does this mean that life’s perfect or suddenly every problem has disappeared? Absolutely not! It changes my perspective and allows me to grow in faith, enabling God to do greater things with me and through me. Today, I encourage you to shift your focus and keep trusting. It’s not always easy but it IS worth it.
What does your faith walk look like?