Dear Beloved,
Many times fear can control our minds and bodies, crippling us to the point that we become ineffective in ministry and leading dull, boring lives. This is not the life Christ promised His disciples nor calls us to live. Our strength and song indeed comes from the Lord! There is a battle going on in our minds. I felt this battle just this morning during my prayer time. I felt my mind easily distracted from what was truly important–communion with God. So, realize there’s a battle going on and that you can’t fight it alone. God likes us to be dependent upon Him, so ask away! Be blessed in your Holy Battles! Amen! Love and Hugs, Scott
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Trust Me and don’t be afraid, for I am your Strength and Song. Do not let fear dissipate your energy. Instead, invest your energy in trusting Me and singing My Song. The battle for control of your mind is fierce, and years of worry have made you vulnerable to the enemy. Therefore, you need to be vigilant in guarding your thoughts. Do not despise this weakness in yourself, since I am using it to draw you closer to Me. Your constant need for Me creates an intimacy that is well worth all the effort. You are not alone in this struggle for your mind. My Spirit living within you is ever ready to help in this striving. Ask Him to control your mind; He will bless you with Life and Peace.
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.”
Romans 8:6 6The mind of sinful man is death, but the mind controlled by the Spirit is life and peace;
Daily Devotional from “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young