Life can be
overwhelming at times. We go through unusual difficulties, trials and
tribulations. It is not easy not to keep a good attitude. During these trying
times, God has promised to show us new mercies every morning.
A friend of mine
is going through a very tough time right now. Her husband is having some health
issues and she has to be the care taker. We’re praying for his healing but at
times she feels depleted. I told her what I’m telling you today. Don’t let your circumstances overwhelm you.
God has new mercies every morning. When we rely on His mercy, we will find hope
and see our lives beyond the problems.
In the Bible,
Jesus got news that his friend Lazarus was sick. He was ministering out of town.
When Jesus heard the news, He said, “This
sickness will not end in death. No, it is for God’s glory so that God’s Son
maybe glorified through it” (John 11:4 NIV). Then He did the unthinkable!
He remained in the same village where He was for another two days. He carried
on His ministry. When Jesus finally reached Lazarus, he’d already been dead for
four days and buried in the tomb. When the commotions settled, Jesus called
Lazarus out of the grave and the rest is history!
Friend, no matter
what you’re facing know that nothing is hidden from our God. He is a merciful
God. He has a solution to your problem before it ever began. Our job is to
remain calm and tap into His mercy that is new every day. Like my friend going
through the ordeal with her husband, you may not feel like you’re going to make
it another day. Don’t think too far
ahead. Make the most of this day.
Depend on God’s grace today. He has promised to give us new mercy every day.
When you feel like you can’t go on another day, God will pour out His mercy for
another day. The situation you’re facing is not to overwhelm you but so that “God’s Son may be glorified through it.”
Surfing was her
life. When Bethany was thirteen years old, surfing off of the island of Kauai
in Hawaii she was attacked by fourteen-foot long tiger shark. The horrifying
attack left Bethany with one arm. She lost sixty percent of her blood. Miraculously,
her life was spared. She had multiple surgeries. Most people thought that her
dream to become a professional surfer was over. Most people but not Bethany!
She knew God’s mercies were new every morning and she relied on them heavily. By
God’s grace and fearless courage, she returned to the water after a month. She
continued to pursue her dream of becoming a professional surfer. Two years later, in 2007 she placed second in
the World Junior Championship. If you haven’t watched it yet, be inspired
by the movie Soul Surfer featuring
Bethany Hamilton. Last month she got married and now lives a fulfilled life. Bethany
inspires millions around the world!
Remember, God’s
mercies are new every day. No matter what you’re facing, God has an escape plan
for you. You have the strength, courage and determination to go through what
you have to go through. He will never bring you to this test unless He made a provision
for you to pass the test. God is not
nervous, twiddling His thumbs not knowing how to bring about deliverance to our
problems. His mercies are new every morning. This trial that you’re facing
is to glorify His Son.
Friend, you’re not
alone. You’re not helpless. God is in complete control. He has not forsaken
you. He will never leave you. Don’t
panic. Don’t despair. Help is on its way. This setback is to set you up so
that you can experience the glory of God. Like Lazarus, God will raise you up
from the dead situation. Like Bethany Hamilton, He will satisfy you with life
and laughter once again. When you feel like giving up, remember that His
mercies are new every morning.
“Because of the Lord’s great love we are
not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great
is your faithfulness” (Lamentations
3:22-23 NIV).
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