Thursday 25 August 2011

Have Steadfast Faith and Hope























Good Morning, or whatever is the best greeting to you, in your part of the world!

Have you ever felt 'stymied?' Most likely at various tid times, you have. Both Alan and I currently, are in a 'waiting game' and we are Prayful that He will Provide Solution to what appears to be a 'stymied situation.'

We have experienced numerous setbacks, delays, and then more delays. Personally, we do not quite understand all this; however, we believe that God has a Purpose and a better Plan than we know. The words by Robert Schuller Jr: "When you're down to nothing, you know that He is up to something; that is, something good for you." I am taking comfort in that thought; because this is exactly where Alan and I are, at this present time. That being said, we will keep on trekking in Faith and Trust in Him, and Rely upon Him to direct our path, as per His Will, in His time. 'He IS the Way, the Truth, and the Life.' Sometimes, it is not that easy; but that is our daily walk. Another perpetual solace is that He is our Refuge and Strength.

We are thankful for our many Blessings. All I have to do, is to think about other less fortunate parts of the world, where there is disease, drought, poverty, famine, hunger, weather disruptions (earthquakes, floods, tornados, tsunami's, storms etc) wars and rumours of wars etc. (telltale signs of Revelation). We are grateful for each and every day and whatever unfolds, we say 'Thank You.' We find it simpler to live one day at a time and cast all our cares and burdens upon Him.

We have experienced many bizzare 'out of left field' / 'off the wall' spiritual attacks. More than ever, we are asking Him to 'Arm and Equip us with the full Armor of God and to protect us and shield us from our enemies and foes.' I think of Joyce Meyer of 'Enjoying Everyday Life' as she says the same both morning and night; along with the Lord's Prayer. That is such a beautiful Prayer!

With our move, there have been many changes; and we are interactiing with embracing the changes. Methinks too, it is how you face your circumstances. When you continue to continue to be thankful and have hope in Him, that helps you through each day. At the end of each day, you know that He has sustained you. We know that ALL Things are Possible with Him; so again, we turn eveything over to Him. He has a Purpose and a Plan; and we are Prayful for a Divine Intervention. Also, you can refer to my March 7th, 2011 post 'Divine Delays'; as that may be the tidbitz way of it too.

It is a beautiful summer morning and there is a touch of fall in the air. I love this time of year!

Tidbit - Hope this gives those of you who are / or know of others who are feeling discouraged etc, a bit of enocouragement and hope. Focus daily upon Him and have the steadfast Trust that He always Prevails.

Bittid - Have a forgiving spirit and love thine enemies. Very easy to be resentful and / or have hardened hearts. Amazing what happens when you surrender everything to Christ. Ask and you will Receive. Seek and you will Find. Knock and He will open a door for you. Also, when one door closes, He opens another. (That is what is happening to Alan and I). Be ready for changes and let the Holy Spirit work within you for His Purpose. Your life becomes a lot simpler, and in tough times, He does sustain you.

I like the above photo image re: The Armor of God. Also here is a passage re: The Armor of God from the Bible. Plus reading the Bible really helps too!

"Stand firm therefore, having girded your loins
with truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness,
and having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace;
in addition to all, taking up the shield of faith with which you will be
able to extinguish all the flaming missiles of the evil one. And take the
helmut of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God".
(Ephesians 6: 14-17)

Will write a bittidz before too long.

Peace and God Bless.





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