I will be glad and rejoice in Your mercy, for You have considered my trouble; You have known my soul in adversities,
Psalm 31:7 NKJV
During a good season, I decided to write a letter to my future self. Wouldn’t it be nice if we could step out of our tranquil seasons to have a talk with ourselves when our minds are racing with panic? Replace my struggles with those of your own, and read in your hour of distress.
The tears are falling again. You don’t cry easily. This means you have been deeply hurt, and the pain has crushed your spirit. I have been with you through these troubling times before. Right now, it does not feel like you will make it, but you will. You have done it before. Knowing life and knowing God, this time is harder. Each trial always gets harder.
I am here to remind you about a few things. God brought your husband from the brink of death. He comforted you when your daughter turned her back on you. God gave you grace and strength when your vision failed. He even gave you some sight back when you had cataracts removed. God boarded a plane and flew to New York City with you so you weren’t alone. He opened the doors of independence with your guide dog, Iva. He has brought your dreams to fruition.
This time is no different than the turbulent times in your past. You just need to remember.
Joy will fill your soul again, even though rejoicing seems distant at this moment. God will give you beauty for ashes. He fights for you. You are a child of the Most High King. He has not abandoned you. Remember, I was there when you could not feel His presence at all, but He remained when you thought He had left.
I know you think this is more than you can bear, but you don’t have to carry this burden alone. That’s right! God is not only going to carry your burden, but He will carry you too.
When He dries your tears, (and He will) stand tall. Suit up in the believer’s armor, and go forth like the prayer warrior you have become.
You already knew this. I just needed to remind you. Keep your eyes on your Father. Walk in the Spirit and this too shall pass. When life gets tough, get tough on life. You can handle it. With God, nothing is impossible.
Father, we have it together during the good times, but when storms arise, we often lose it. Help us to remember who You are and Whose we are. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
Here are some great verses to have on posted notes around your home or office for our anxious hearts:
- Isaiah 61:1-3
- Romans 8:28
- Romans 8:31
- Romans 8:37
- 2 Corinthians 12:9
- Philippians 4:6-7
- Hebrews 13:5
Copyright 2019 Carolyn Dale Newell.
Originally posted on August 19, 2020 @ 1:38 pm