There are people in the Church, even teachers, who might say that all of our difficulties and trials are attacks from the enemy because those who are following Jesus and living obedient lives are under the blessing. That’s not what the Bible says though. Jesus said, ”I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” John 16:33
”Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.“ James 1:2-3
Does God give us difficult assignments sometimes? Of course He does! Do they seem like impossible tests…? Probably, at least sometimes. The thing is, we aren’t promised that life will be perfect and beautiful here on earth. We are promised joy unspeakable afterwards and that the Lord will provide all of the grace and supply all of the wisdom for whatever we face in the mean time WHEN we turn to Him. We don’t get this from relying on our own strength and knowledge, only from relying on Him. That is walking by faith. When others see His light shining in us as we walk through, they want what you have. #godknowsbest #godseesyou #thelordiswithyou #takeheartihaveovercometheworld #jesuslives #walkbyfaith #thislittlelightofmine #shalom #yourjourneytobeingwhole #dailydevotional