Sometimes faith becomes hard. We think of God, “Can I really trust you with my life?” Because to be a Christian means we have to surrender control of our life. I have to say, “God is wiser than Jason Harrison” or “God is more intelligent than I am.” If we are totally honest with ourselves, sometimes it is hard to do. We are naturally proud and independent. Do you know what I mean? Do you ever find it hard to trust God?
The key: God is love. If this God is a God of love then whatever he had intended for my life or whatever he wanted me to do is going to be best for me. Honestly, he can make better decisions than I can. So I have to understand God loves me, for I cannot trust God if I think he doesn’t love me.
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Philippians 2:3-4
Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves. Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others. (NIV)
4 comments:
Thanks for the reminder! How easy it is to forget to trust Christ- even after all he does for us, DAILY!
I was teaching a Bible class in a school the other day, about a little missionary girl's love and sacrifice of her favourite dolly. She gave it to a small Chinese girl who hadn't ever had love. The little girl was struggling so much, but when reminded that God gave up His very best- his only Son- she knew that only her best would do.
I rarely give my best to anyone besides my closest, dearest friends- which shows so much selfishness! May Christ use us, and receive only our best (in EVERY area) as we serve Him! :) I'm praying for ya.
If anyone is afraid of their prayers not being heard because they pray to themselves or a false god. Then read Psalm 44:20-21 (At the bottom of my home page). Encouraging to know God knows our heart so even when we fail to do and say all the right things, he searches our heart. Remember as Samuel recalled to Saul, man looks at the outward appearance, but God looks upon the heart! (Faith comes by hearing and hearing by the word of God). Amen.
About 3 years ago I dropped into a black hole – four months of absolute terror. I wanted to end my life, but somehow [Holy Spirit], I reached out to a friend who took me to hospital. I had three visits [hospital] in four months – I actually thought I was in hell. I imagine I was going through some sort of metamorphosis [mental, physical & spiritual]. I had been seeing a therapist [1994] on a regular basis, up until this point in time. I actually thought I would be locked away – but the hospital staff was very supportive [I had no control over my process]. I was released from hospital 16th September 1994, but my fear, pain & shame had only subsided a little. I remember this particular morning waking up [home] & my process would start up again [fear, pain, & shame]. No one could help me, not even my therapist [I was terrified]. I asked Jesus Christ to have mercy on me & forgive me my sins. Slowly, all my fear has dissipated & I believe Jesus delivered me from my “psychological prison.” I am a practicing Catholic & the Holy Spirit is my friend & strength; every day since then has been a joy & blessing. I deserve to go to hell for the life I have led, but Jesus through His sacrifice on the cross, delivered me from my inequities. John 3: 8, John 15: 26, are verses I can relate to, organically. He’s a real person who is with me all the time. I have so much joy & peace in my life, today, after a childhood spent in orphanages [England & Australia]. God LOVES me so much. Fear, pain, & shame, are no longer my constant companions. I just wanted to share my experience with you [Luke 8: 16 – 17].
Peace Be With You
Micky
Hey Jason- please keep our family in prayer today especially- a dear friend just died. Once again the song "Lord, I need You" is such a comfort. I'm praying for you too. :)
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