Christ is the reason we can have hope in our lives despite the storms we face. . He is the promise for all good things and the strength to endure the trials of this life.
The promises of God are real and his faithfulness will never fail us. We have nothing to fear as believers because the power of God is always with us. Yet at times those words may ring hollow when you are in a crisis situation. You may be enduring the effects of a serious illness for which there is no cure. You may be struggling with financial difficulties and don’t know where to turn. You may be suffering the pain of a broken marriage or relationship and have lost all hope for the future. Whatever the struggle, it can be hard to stand in your faith when your circumstance seems hopeless.
We read in Proverbs 24:10, “If you falter in times of trouble, how small is your strength!”. The truth is that those who believe in the finished work of Jesus Christ have limitless power to defeat anything that comes against them. In 1 John 5:4, we are told that everyone born of God overcomes the world. The forces of evil cannot conquer a child of God. The devil himself knows that he is unable to harm a hair on your head but only what God permits. And God will only allow that struggle or pain for which he has prepared in advance to bring you through to victory. Each trial we endure is permitted to help us to develop the perseverance that we need to stay strong in this life so that our faith may be proved genuine. Christ did not suffer and die to lose the battle. His death paid the price for our victory and it cannot be taken from us. It does not matter what trouble you may be experiencing, God is willing and able to bring you through it. He alone can turn a painful situation into something that will be used for good with a reward that will last forever. God’s promise in Isaiah 61:3 is to give you beauty for ashes and gladness instead of mourning.
Those who have Jesus as their Savior have a living hope. It does not matter how weary you may feel for it is Christ who will fight your battle and he knows how to rescue the godly from trials. He has made us more than conquerors which means we cannot fail despite our weaknesses. The Apostle Paul understood that all he had to suffer was permitted for a purpose. He believed that God’s grace was able to meet all of his needs despite the pain he had to endure. For that reason, Paul was able to be content in any and every situation, good or bad. He said in Philippians 4:13, “I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength”. That is the kind of faith that honors God and defeats the enemy.
You can have the peace that surpasses understanding if you will keep your eyes on Christ instead of your problems. There is nothing that is impossible for him. He cannot fail you because it was by his great love that he created you. He overcame death and left us a promise that he would always be with us. Jesus will make a way through the mountain of your problems because his perfect plan for your life cannot be stopped. Remember, the love of Christ will always defeat your enemies and keep you in his perfect peace.
It is my prayer that you understand that it doesn’t matter where you are or what you are going through for Jesus will be there to help you. You are never alone. That is the promise Christ gave to us at the cross when he cried, “It is finished”. All things are under his authority and approval and for that, we have nothing to fear!
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November 22, 2011 at 3:20 pm
Olabisi Omojola
I miraculous stumbled on this site this morning why crying and asking God questions abt my situation. A huge load of hatred and resentment now filled my once loving and ever cheerful heart against my husband. Can i ever love smile again?
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November 22, 2011 at 5:45 pm
Marianne Lordi
Hi Olabisi, I am so sorry that you are feeling so down and defeated in your marriage or trial. Whatever resentment and hatred you feel against your husband will actually cause you harm! It will open doors for more destruction in your life. My sister, you must let go of whatever is taking you down and surrender it to Christ. He is the only way to peace! You can learn to smile again because nothing has power over you but what you give it! Please, dear friend, email me and let me know what is burdening your heart so badly. We can reason through it. I can show you how God brought me peace despite my painful trials. I will be praying for you. I have started now. Please do not feel like there is no hope. Jesus died to pay the price so that you could have victory no matter what comes against you. I will be here. Please write and let’s talk. I pray that God will start to move in your heart and give you his peace!
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May 21, 2012 at 11:44 pm
Marianne Lordi
Reblogged this on Time2stand Ladies.
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May 22, 2012 at 1:42 am
Liana
This is a beautiful message thank you Marianne. Your heart for the Lord is written throughout it; but especially in your answer to Olabisi. May God bless you and your writings richly.
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May 22, 2012 at 9:08 am
Adeola Asuquo
I am strengthen and encouraged by this powerful article because I believe with God all things are possible. And whatever I am going through cannot be compare to the glory that is coming. Thanks and God bless.
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May 22, 2012 at 6:52 pm
Marianne Lordi
Thanks for stopping by, Liana, and for sharing your kind words. In my heart, I know without a doubt that we can have hope for victory in our lives no matter what the circumstance. I am praying that those who need to hear this message will get a chance to read this. God bless you, dear friend!
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May 22, 2012 at 6:54 pm
Marianne Lordi
Hi Adeola, I am so glad you were encouraged by God’s message of hope and truth. All that we go through as believers must first be approved by God. Every trial must bow to God’s will for your life, my friend. And in the end, God will get the glory for giving us all that we need in the midst of our struggle. Be blessed and stay in peace, beloved. God will not fail you.
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June 4, 2012 at 4:32 pm
missionaryman
Wow! What a bonus today. Since you moved this writing, my attention was drawn to it. It is a shelter in the time of storm, and I really needed it today. Thanks for all you are doing. You know that I am praying for you. Keep on the firing line. God is with you. You are making a difference. I pray that he will continue to bless you, Marianne. Amen!
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June 4, 2012 at 8:36 pm
Marianne Lordi
Thanks for your comment, Charles. I know that you are praying for me as I am for you. No matter what I am facing, I know that God is with me. I thank him for sending his faithful saints as you to help lift me up. God bless you,dear brother. You are such a blessing to me from our God.
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June 13, 2012 at 12:19 am
Matoula
Beautiful. Thank you.
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June 13, 2012 at 10:07 am
Marianne Lordi
Thank you, Matoula. God never fails us and if we can trust him, he will always take us to victory. Be blessed today, my friend.
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July 21, 2012 at 7:46 pm
Maria
Hello Marriane, Thank you for you inspire me with this blog. I am in this difficult situation now, and yes it’s true that God is in control. He will never allow his children to be hurt. Thank you again.
May God continue to bless you more and more. A friend gave me your website and i am thankful that i did visit it.
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July 21, 2012 at 9:49 pm
Marianne Lordi
Welcome Maria! I am so glad you stopped by. Whatever your situation, just remember that God has a plan to take you through it. Keep your eyes on him. That may sound simplistic but it is truth. All those who trust in Christ will never be put to shame. He will uphold you and watch over you. He has your future in his hands and nothing you face can ever stop Christ from giving you all that he has for you.
My sister, be sure to read your bible every day. Just a chapter in the morning. God will speak to you through his word. He will guide you and give you his peace. You will learn how to trust him and to take him at his word. Whatever God allows in your life, although it may be painful, He has a divine, eternal plan in permitting it. He will not let you be destroyed by it. Stay strong, my sister. You are not alone in this battle. And I will be praying for you and your situation. There is an answer. Be still and know that He is God! He has authority over all things. You have nothing to fear.
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