STRENGTH AND COURAGE

As you struggle to navigate this life's trials and tribulations, remember that God has promised to be at your side. 

Acknowledging His presence is one thing but evidence of it in your conduct and demeanor is quite another. Does the world see in your 'Christian' countenance the Lord's blessed assurance or ... your own faintheartedness?

Believers are commanded to ... Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. Joshua 1:9 

In these turbulent times, we must remember that God is in control and expects believers to live with that in mind. His promises, His power, and His presence are more than sufficient to meet our every need.

Allow these verses to bring encouragement to your walk of faith ... 

Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you. Hebrews 13:5

For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind. 2 Timothy 1:7

In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world. John 16:33

God does not promise that turmoil will be taken out of the way until He comes to take us home. But in Christ, you have strength for every weakness and courage for every fear while we wait. 

The 23rd Psalm is there to console us ... Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

Are you facing a daunting situation? Place it in God's hand. He is our 'Ever-Present' Help in time of need.