We Are More Than Conquerors!
As
Christian Women, we sometimes forget that each of us is a work in progress.
There will never be the "Ultimate Christian" and there is no
graduation for us until Christ returns. Even then, He will test what we have
done with this gift of life that He has given us.
This past
week, a group of us discussed the personal trials that we are currently facing.
As we all shared what was on our hearts, the Lord allowed us to see
that there were many commonalities and patterns in what we were experiencing.
In Matthew 18:20, He said, where 2 or 3 are gathered
in His Name, there He is, and Wow, did He give us revelation!
Continue
reading to see if there are any nuggets of wisdom for you:
KNOW WHO YOU ARE
First,
if you have accepted Christ, you are more than a conqueror! Look at the
pattern in your life - you were built and are equipped for the very
challenge you are facing. God uses every situation and circumstance to prepare
us for victory. We may waste His time but He does not waste ours! Romans 8:37
LAY DOWN YOUR WILL
Submit
and allow God to use you through this process. He is ultimately in control, all
things are under his feet and nothing catches Him by surprise. Stop trying to
take charge; ask the Holy Spirit to help you in this area. This is the
only way you will start to know His will for your life. Romans 12:2
BECOME SELF AWARE
Know
that you are not perfect and He will change you through this. This is a good
thing! Renew your mind and focus on the things of the spirit. Romans 12:2
ACCEPT YOUR GIFT
We
have a tendency to want what others have, not accepting the gift that God has
given us. Even if others have criticized you in the past, exercise your gift
with cheerfulness, bringing glory to our Father in Heaven. Romans 12:6-8
MAKE PRAYER A PRIORITY
Prayer
should be the first resort and not the last. Some people say "well all I
can do now is pray..." Christ made it a priority to stay in prayer, this
should always be the first step! Paul said to pray without ceasing - pray
continually about all things. 1Thessalonians 5:17
SEEK
WISDOM
When
you are facing a situation, don't let your prayers be fleeting. Find a
scripture that speaks to your challenge and stay on it. Fast from media,
friends, food, Whatever you need to do to get revelation. Lean not on your own
understanding but on the one who can deliver you. Proverbs 3:5-6
YOU
ARE NOT ALONE
Christ
is always there with you whether you feel it or not. NOTHING can separate us
from the love of God. Romans 8:38-39 Find a Church and small group to
share your burdens and gifts. We have to encourage each other to fight the good
fight of faith. 1Timothy 6:12 Christ did not say we wouldn't
have trials and tribulations, but what He did say was that He will be with us
through it! John 16:33
Here
are other scriptures that will help you through this time:
I
know the plans I have for you. It is to give you a future and a hope.
His
Grace is sufficient for me. His power is made perfect in weakness.
If
God be for us, then who can be against us?
God
comforts us in our tribulation so that we may be able to comfort others.
Do
not lose heart. For our light affliction, which is only for a
"moment" (compared to eternity) do not focus on the things that are
seen, because those things are temporary. The things that are unseen are eternal.
If
you would like prayer, please email us at cbcwomensgroup@gmail.com.
You can always visit our small group in person on Sundays, please see the website for details.
We would love to hear from you!
You can always visit our small group in person on Sundays, please see the website for details.
We would love to hear from you!
Be
blessed and stay strong in Christ!
Stacey
Women of
Grace Member
Community
Bible Church
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