I have never been in such a fierce battle these days. The Word of God in my life is being tested Big Time. I am not always successful in bringing up the promises of God right away. As fear dominates. It takes me longer to come around at times. But, I thank God that I finally do.
During those times it is very difficult emotionally for me. Trust issues, even with God are hard. It seems I recover then tailspin. Recover, then tail spin. Losing at times all sense of direction and hope.
Anyway, this praise and worship band came to my rescue one day last week. They are from Joseph Prince's Singapore Church called New Creation. They blessed me and the Holy Spirit filled my room at home during their praise and worship time on TBN.
I share this particular song, as the words are powerful and I am sure we all can relate.
"Lord I need Your rest in me to increase"
No longer striving, no longer stressed
In You, my Jesus, I’ve found my rest
No longer toiling, hard labour ceased
For You’ve assured me
Restful increase
Your open arms held nothing back
Your life for mine
You overpaid my debt
Free in Your love
I have found my rest
Your heart’s delight
Is to see me blessed
You’ve given me peace all around
Now I’m enjoying
This grace I’ve found
Health in my body, joy in my soul
Jesus, my future is filled with hope
Words & music by Aaron Tabensky, Sean Goh
Copyright 2010 New Creation Church, Singapore
JBR here in support. You're going to have ups and downs in your faith. That's why it's so important to replenish and feed on the word of God daily. But there will still be those times the enemy will attack like no other enemy and take you off guard. Then relying on God is never so vital. Hang in there sweet friend. God Bless.
ReplyDeleteFather God I lift up my sister in Christ and myself to Your throne where we are able to receive grace and mercy in our time of need....Your open arms held nothing back
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You overpaid my debt ....Father, above all, You KNOW, You KNOW...You know all things, seen all things that we have endured, we have suffered. Jesus, You opened wide your arms, holding nothing back, giving your life for ours.....I bring my prayer from Streams in the Desert here also and pray this over JBR and myself...and for everyone that has been on this ministry of suffering...
This is My Doing. 1 Kings 12:24
"My child, I have a message for you today.
Let me whisper it in your ear so any storm clouds that may arise will shine with glory, and the rough places you may have to walk will be made smooth. it is only four words, but let them sink into your inner being and use them as a pillow to rest your weary head. "this is My doing" (Streams in the Desert)
Have you ever realized that whatever concerns you concerns Me too? "for whoever touches you touches the apple of My eye (Zech 2:8). You are more precious and honored in My sight (Isaiah 43:4). Therefore it is My special delight to teach you.
"I want you to learn when temptations attack you, and the enemy comes in 'like a pent-up flood'(Isa 59:19), that 'this is My doing." And that your weakness needs My strength, and your safety lies in letting Me fight for you.
"Are you in difficult circumstances, surrounded by people who do not understand you, never ask your opinion, and always push you aside? "this is My doing." I am the God of circumstances. You did not come to this place by accident - you are exactly where I meant for you to be.
"Have you asked Me to make you humble? Then see that I have placed you in the perfect school where this lesson is taught. Your circumstances and the people around you are only being used to accomplish My will.
"Are you having problems with money, finding it hard to make ends meet? "This is My doing", for I am the One who keeps your finances, and I want you to learn to depend upon Me. My supply is limitless and I 'will meet all your needs"(Phil. 4:19). I want you to prove My promises, so no one may say, 'you did not trust in the Lord your God.' (Deut 1:32)
"Are you experiencing at time of sorrow? This is My doing.I am a man of sorrows and familiar with suffering (Isa. 53:3). I have allowed your earthly comforters to fail you so that by turning to Me, you may receive 'eternal encouragement and good hope. (2 Thess. 2:16)
Streams in the Desert.
amen amen amen
Thank you Angela. Blessings.
DeleteAngela may have said it all...trusting God to continue to see you through...He is faithful and you are full of faith!!
ReplyDeleteResting in Christ ...what peace
ReplyDeleteAs child of God, we have the assurance that God is there no matter what happens in our lives. You are under HIs care. Keep trusting. By the way, beautiful song.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful song. :)
ReplyDeleteThis tailspin you are experiencing; don't worry about it. Eventually, as you spin, you will become like a top and you will spin up wards closer and closer into Him.
Blessings hon, you are making so much progress. :)
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Those are very reassuring and comforting lyrics.
ReplyDeletePraying for you, and loving you.
ReplyDeleteJBR, so sorry for your struggles. I completely understand, as anxiety has been the theme of my life, and it has at times made it very, very difficult to trust God. So thankful that His mercies are new every morning. Peaceful blessings to you.
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