Overcoming Obstacles . . . .

HEALING FROM YOUR PAST

As we read in Genesis 34:7:

“Now Jacob’s sons had come in from the fields as soon as they heard what had happened. They were filled with grief and fury, because Shechem had done a disgraceful thing in Israel by lying with Jacob’s daughter—a thing that should not be done.”

Let’s put this into our lives,.. our terms.. something we can relate too. We all know no one suffers or sins in a vacuum. We can see that in the results of sin all around us every day. But if you be honest with yourselves, we can see it in our own lives too. Maybe you have been abused or taken advantage of. You may feel you have no future or no hope for a positive change in your life. Maybe others you know are suffering because of the actions of one person. God can worth through any situation. He cannot change the past, but he can work through the present to help you cope with your current situation, change your attitude, grow and ultimately thrive. No matter what happened to you, God knows. Turn to him for comfort. Ask him to heal your hurting heart and to restore you. He is the only one who can restore your soul.

Bottom line, you need to HEAL yourself. … Quit mourning… Quit dwelling…. It’s done, it’s over and no matter how bad you want to go back and make it all go away… IT’s IMPOSSIBLE TO CHANGE THE PAST!!! You have the ability to trust in God and allow him to heal you and restore you but when you keep going back and keep dragging yourself down.. You are your own worst ENEMY.

Let Go………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………Let God!

CHOOSING YOUR PATH

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.” Proverbs 3:5-6

TRUST & OBEY! These words go together like "peas and carrots" :) . Yet every day we face difficult situations that seem to defy simple solutions. As women, countless difficult choices face us----(things I can relate too!)---- the right course of care for a sick child, moving from everything familiar for a new opportunity, ugh and I cannot forget following God’s leading even when the outcome is hazy, even when the right choice frightens me to no end! You may toss and turn for nights without finding peace in choice. (Been there…. A LOT)

So, How do you determine the right choice, you ask? OBEY the guidance you find in God’s word, pray and seek trusted advice, then TRUST God with the outcome!

God blesses those who trust in him.

God cares for those who trust in him.

Trusting God brings joy, peace, and hope!

BE READY FOR THE STORM

“The rain came down, the steams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house: yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock.” Matthew 7:25

This is a subject I know all too well. When storms come in your life, they may bring sorrow and pain—an illness, an accident, or even a betrayal. In the midst of the event, your decisions can help save you and your family. Let’s face it, disaster can hit whether you are a saint or a sinner. To survive requires spiritual preparation. When you build your home on the foundations of God’s word, you can find safety despite the downpour going on outside. You can help those you love to weather the storm as well. Begin now to prepare your house for the storms to come:

• Spend time in the Bible! ! ! 
• Strengthen your relationship with God and with a godly community!!!! 
• Bring those you love before God in prayer! ! ! 

With that all being said, prepare yourselves so that when (NOT IF) the violent windy storm hits, you will have shelter!

*Although we cannot see the future… if you spiritually prepare yourself for all the possibilities in your current situation, I promise you it will help you through the hardest times. Things are going to happen; this is the circle of life.. You all know my situation and although none of you could understand this because it a situation not many if any of you have been in… I’m prepared for anything when I wake up in the morning.. Emma‘s days are very unexplainable and I have to prepare for any and every possible outcome…. In the end, I trust in God and follow the path he has planned for me and my amazing family.

NO MORE TEARS--- TRUST IN GOD

“He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.”    Revelation 21:4

As mere mortals, it’s simply not possible to look beyond heaven’s veil to see why God allows things to happen the way they do! The only way I can think to say it is because God is God, and we are not. And let’s face it: sometimes the things that happen don’t seem fair. Bu thankfully, God has sent his son, Jesus Christ, to “save completely those who come to God through him, because he always lives to intercede from them” (Hebrews 7:25).

Though there may be times that we suffer temporarily on this earth – and no one is denying the intense grief we experience as human beings – we can rest assured through faith in Christ, of an eternity where “there will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain” (Revelation 21:4).

“The Lord will fight for you; you need only be still.”  Exodus 14:14