POWER THROUGH PAIN, PART 2

Last time we began talking about power through pain. You’re going to need God to get you through the pain. You will be on God’s timetable. He knows you’re suffering. However, you may be wondering why it has to be you. You want the pain to stop. You have enough on your plate. I understand because I’m there with you. We will continue to power through pain.  Today we are going to talk about what to keep in mind as you power through pain.

The first thing you need to keep in mind is that God is with you. In Matthew 1:23 NIV it states; “The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel” (which means “God with us”).  Jesus is with us right now. You are not alone. It may feel like it but you are not. The second thing you need to keep in mind is that this pain will pass and joy will come. In Psalm 126 NIV it states: “Those who sow with tears will reap with songs of joy.” God is with you through your circumstances and situations: even if you caused them upon yourself.  There may be tears flowing from your eyes and dropping down on your field of life. Your joy is being rooted under your field. You may not be able to see anything taking root, but when it sprouts and grows you’re going to reap joy. The third thing you need to keep in mind is that God doesn’t operate like we do. In Isaiah 55:8 NIV it states:  “For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,” declares the LORD. You may still not understand why you’re going through this. The answer may come later on. As difficult as it may be, God is still under control. The fourth thing you need to keep in mind is that what you’re going through may pay benefits later on. I know some of you don’t feel like hearing “This is for your own good.” Also you don’t feel like hearing “No pain, No gain.” To be honest you are probably saying the hell with that. You may be angry and upset because everything was going smooth until this came up. Everything was perfect until this happen. You may not have brought any of this upon yourself. God sees and knows beyond what we can comprehend and understand. 1 Corinthians 2:11 NIV it states: “For who knows a person’s thoughts except their own spirit within them? In the same way no one knows the thoughts of God except the Spirit of God.”  He wouldn’t be putting us through this unless he has our well-being in mind. I know this is difficult to read. Trust me; it’s difficult for me to write. Sometimes the medicine we have to take doesn’t taste good. Let’s go to the God You Said It verse of today.

In Deuteronomy 31:8 NIV it states: The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.” The fifth thing you need to keep in mind is this verse. This is a difficult process we have to go through. There will be some good days and bad days. You feel like your emotionally being is stretch beyond your limits. I have been there. However, I would not be the person I am today if I haven’t gone through this. I pray and hope that you keep God with you through this. Don’t be afraid and don’t get discouraged. He will never leave you nor forsake you. Make sure no matter how hard and painful it gets, don’t leave God. You can power through pain.  Until next time may God bless you and keep you.

 

Walt Gs.

POWER THROUGH PAIN, PART 1

Last time we ended the series for now on lust. I hope it will bless you and keep you during these lustful times. Since that time, a highly ranked military official had to resign because of his lustful acts. In addition, there may be more people involved. The man who was the puppeteer for Elmo off of the children show Sesame Street resigned because of alleged lustful acts. I can’t stress this enough: LUST DESTORYS. It can cause someone to endure extreme suffering and pain. There are some people in pain right now. They may be a victim of a lustful act. They may be a person who lost their house. This person may have lost their job. They could have marriage problems. There could be thousands of reason why they are in pain. Today we are going to start talking about powering through pain.

I know that some of you right now are in pain. Whatever the reason no matter what people say it’s there. You get out of bed with it. You go through the day with it. Finally you lie down to go to sleep with it. It causes you to be depressed, unhappy, angry and lost. You go to sleep crying. Tears start to form in your eyes whenever you start thinking about it. It seems no one cares. You start to miss work. You don’t want to be around anybody. You can’t seem to enjoy life itself. All you want is for the pain to stop. You just want it to stop. It …………………………………………….hurts so bad.  You’re frustrated and tired. You’re asking how much longer do I have to go through this? Let me tell you something right now. No matter how long it takes, you will get through this pain. How do I know? You’re going to get through with power.

Where is this power? It’s through our lord and a savior.  God is ready and able to help you. He gives you the power to go through this pain. In Psalm 68:35 NIV version it states “You, God, are awesome in your sanctuary; the God of Israel gives power and strength to his people. Praise be to God!” You know what the good thing about it is? You have that same power too. You are part of God’s people.  You have access to this power through God. You can power through pain. In Deuteronomy 4:31 NIV version it states “For the LORD your God is a merciful God; he will not abandon or destroy you or forget the covenant with your ancestors, which he confirmed to them by oath.” God hasn’t forgotten about you nor abandon you.  Let’s look at the God U Said It verse of the day.

In John 16:33 NIV it states “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.” You are going to go through some trouble in your life. It’s going to be uncomfortable and painful. The people you use to call won’t pick up the phone or call you back. Your tactics and skills won’t get you through. You are going to need God to get you through. You’re going to need his power. You may need to seek counseling or someone who is a person of God to help you. Your battery that’s inside of you is either running low or dead. You need to charge yourself with God providing you the power. When you have a problem or faced with a situation go to him. Pray to him in your language. He knows them all. Cry out to him. Let your control go and cry if you want. Lose yourself in him. He’s always there twenty four hours a day seven days a week. He’s never too busy. He doesn’t get tired of you. He will answer you. Leave your problems and cares to him. You will have peace through him.  WARNING:  He may not answer or solve your problem the way you want him to. Next time we’ll talk about what you need to keep in mind through your pain. Until then, may God continue to bless you and keep you.

Walt GS.