Well now, lemme tell ya, this little ol’ book called “Jesus Calling,” it’s somethin’ real special, y’know. Each day, it’s like gettin’ a letter straight from the Lord. I was lookin’ through it the other day, and found somethin’ that really made me think, it was from May 11, 2024. Now don’t go rushin’ to find that exact date, ‘cause it ain’t like a normal book. It’s a devotional, and it talks about the Lord’s words and how they can help ya get through tough times.
You see, on May 11, it says somethin’ mighty strange, but powerful: “Thank Me for your problems.” Now, I know what you’re thinkin’. Thank the Lord for problems? Well, you don’t just thank Him for the problems themselves, but for what them problems can teach ya. It’s kinda like when yer back’s hurtin’ but ya still gotta keep goin’. That pain, it’s teachin’ ya somethin’, whether you want it to or not. In them tough moments, when your mind’s all knotted up, it can be hard to see the reason for the struggles. But, if you listen close enough, the Lord’s whisperin’ that there’s a lesson in it all.
Now, let me tell you why this is so important:
- First off, it helps ya look at life through a different lens. Instead of just complainin’ and wallerin’ in your troubles, you start seein’ them as chances to grow stronger.
- Second, it builds your trust in the Lord. When you thank Him, even in the middle of your mess, you’re showin’ faith. You’re sayin’, “Lord, I may not understand it right now, but I trust You know what You’re doin’.”
- And last, but certainly not least, it gives ya peace. Yeah, I know, it sounds a bit strange, but that peace comes from knowin’ you’re not alone in your struggles. The Lord’s right there with ya, helpin’ you every step of the way.
Sometimes, when we’re caught up in problems, we can’t see the good that might come from it. It’s like when you plant a seed in the ground, and you don’t see that little sprout right away. But with time, that seed grows into somethin’ beautiful. Now, the same thing happens with your problems. They might look real ugly at first, but with a little patience and faith, they’ll turn into somethin’ that makes you stronger and closer to the Lord.
But here’s the thing: Ya gotta be willin’ to look for the lesson. It’s not always easy, I’ll be the first to admit that. Some days, the troubles just pile up, and it feels like you can’t catch a break. But if you take a step back, breathe, and remember the Lord’s words, you might just find that there’s a silver linin’ tucked away in that mess.
And don’t forget, this ain’t just a once-in-a-while kind of thing. Every day, the Lord is there, offerin’ us these little devotions, these words of comfort. If you read ’em, take ’em to heart, and let ’em settle in your soul, you’ll start to notice that life gets a little bit easier to handle. It’s like takin’ a walk with the Lord, day by day, and learnin’ from His wisdom.
Ya know, I’ve seen a lot of folks in my time—some get bogged down by their troubles, and others, they just keep goin’, like the good ol’ tractor plowin’ through the fields. They don’t stop, even when it’s tough, ‘cause they know the Lord’s got their back. That’s the peace He’s talkin’ about. When you trust in Him, even on the hard days, you can face anything.
So, next time life gives ya a hard time, take a moment, thank the Lord for the lesson, and let His peace wash over ya. He’s right there with you, in every moment, ready to help you find your way through.
Remember this: Thankin’ the Lord for your problems don’t mean you’re glad for the struggle—it means you trust He’s got a plan for you, even when you can’t see it. And that’s the kind of faith that’ll carry ya through.
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