Dear Beloved Friends,
Love this devotional! It’s so affirming on so many different levels. Remembering Mike’s message from last Sunday, this seems especially timely too. “Castaway” is one of my all-time favorite movies as well. Pastor Mike mentioned the ball “Wilson” in his sermon and how difficult it was to let “Wilson” go. But when it came to choosing “life” or choosing “Wilson”, the right decision became clear. I wrote in my notes: “Who or What are the “Wilsons” in your life? What do you need to let go of in order to be with and trust in God? Think about that as you read on. Be Blessed! Hugs, Scott
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Trust Me, and don’t be afraid. I want you to view trials as exercises designed to develop your trust-muscles. You live in the midst of fierce spiritual battles, and fear is one of Satan’s favorite weapons. When you start to feel afraid, affirm your trust in Me. Speak out loud, if circumstances permit. Resist the devil in My Name, and he will slink away from you. Refresh yourself in My holy Presence. Speak or sing praises to Me, and My Face will shine radiantly upon you.
Remember that there is no condemnation for those who belong to Me. You have been judged NOT GUILTY for all eternity. Trust Me, and don’t be afraid; for I am your Strength, Song, and Salvation.
James 4:7 7Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.
Romans 8:1-2 1Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, 2because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit of life set me free from the law of sin and death.
Isaiah 12:2 2 Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. The LORD, the LORD, is my strength and my song; he has become my salvation.”
Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young