From Psalm 46:1: “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”
Imperfect life’s darkness
One more faltering step
Defeat again knocking
Discouragement’s doorstep
Observing faithful light
Glowing with lasting hope
Strength in adversity
Grasping mercy’s firm rope
Hearing Father, trust grows
Transforming future days
Faith journey maturing
Receiving grace, let’s pray
Evil’s message scuttled
Healing from Father’s hand
Peace brings lasting comfort
Affirming His commands
Beholding mighty works
Melting away concerns
Impossible vanquished
Trusting Father’s U-turn
From the words of English-born preacher Charles Inwood: “When God is going to do a wonderful thing, He begins with a difficulty. When He is going to do a very wonderful thing, He begins with an impossibility.”
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This Psalm is about God’s protection and strength in the face of difficulty. We can always count on God to provide us with strength in difficult times. May we always rely on Him for guidance and support in our lives.
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Amen! Your words are such an encouraging witness. Thank you for reading and sharing.
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The quotation and psalm are perfect. God carries us through somehow and then we look back and can marvel at His goodness.
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Indeed! The proof of God’s goodness is found when we look back to see all of the challenges we have overcome.
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And it is also encouragement for facing new challenges since God never failed us in the past.
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“Observing faithful light….glowing with lasting hope”. Amen, Richard! Thank you for sharing your beautiful words and wonderful quote. God truly gives strength! Endurance leads to hope (I was thinking of Paul’s message in Romans). Stay blessed and healthy!
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Blessings to you Karla! I appreciate reading these words . . . strength, endurance, hope. God continues to mold our faith to be more like His Rock.
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Thank you, Richard! Amen!
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Amen!
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Carolyn, thank you for sharing this affirmation. Blessings.
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God indeed gives strength. I have experienced it.
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Amen! Our Lord God upholds our fragile nature in His firm and loving hands.
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What a hope
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Amen!
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Richard, your words were a comfort here! So thankful for God’s u-turns when we find ourselves walking in the wrong direction. The snippet scripture from church was,”let the weak SAY they are strong! When we fin ourselves weak and weary, let us speak positive with the fruit of our lips! YES! WE ARE STRONG! 🙌🏼
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Renee, thank you so much for sharing. I am reminded of these words . . . where we are weak, God is strong! May His grace and peace light your journey this week. Blessings!
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Thanks for sharing these wise words
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Elaine, thank you for reading and sharing these kind words.
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You’re very welcome ☺️
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Thanks for linking to this poem. I enjoy crafting Christian verses.
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Beautiful poem… Great reminder. Yes, Trust Father’s U-turns!! He has many in store for us.
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Amen! My life would be far different without God walking with me.
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