When Facing Difficulties
“Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
Isaiah 41:10
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When everything seems to be falling apart, it can be worth holding onto hope. But as Philippians 4:6-7 "Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." reminds us, we can find peace in prayer and by focusing on the good things in life. By trusting God and filling our minds with positive thoughts, we can overcome even the most challenging situations and find hope for the future.
When we face difficult situations, it can be easy to lose hope. However, 2 Thessalonians 3:3 "But the Lord is faithful, and he will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one" reminds us that God is faithful and will strengthen and protect us from the evil one. By trusting in God's and relying on His strength, we can find hope even during seemingly hopeless circumstances.
When we face difficult situations, it's easy to feel hopeless and overwhelmed. However, Matthew 6:31-34 "So do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ reminds us that we don't need to worry about tomorrow because God is in control. Instead, we can focus on seeking His kingdom and righteousness, trusting that He will provide for our needs. By placing our hope in Him, we can find peace and strength to face whatever challenges come our way.
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"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
- Philippians 4:6-7
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Isaiah 41:10. “Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” -
Psalm 46:1. “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.”
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2 Corinthians 12:9. “But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore, I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.”
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Psalm 34:17. “The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears them; He delivers them from all their troubles.”