In Luke chapter 22 verses 42-44, Jesus is praying to the Father. This is right before Jesus went to the cross, and he is pouring his heart out saying, "Father, if you are willing, please take this cup of suffering away from me. Yet I want your will, not mine." I love the next part because this part always seems to get left out when we talk about this scripture. It says, "Then an angel from heaven appeared and strengthened him." Isn't it awesome to know that God is always watching out for us, and He will comfort us no matter the situation. He gives us strength when we feel overwhelmed or stressed.
In the book One Year Praying Through The Bible it says that sometimes believers suffer even when they obey, for we share in Jesus' suffering as well as in his joy. Sometimes the work before us is difficult or painful, but there is a greater purpose behind our difficulties, and we have the opportunity to share in God's plan when we do his will in spite of how we feel.
Oswald Chambers once said, " Our Lord never enforces his "Thou Shalts" and "Thou Shalt Nots"; e never takes means to force us to do what he says."
So, no matter what you may be feeling today, give it to the Lord. Let him strengthen and comfort you in the good times and bad.
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- Meagan McLeod
- My name is Meagan. I live in Albany, Ga and attend Georgia Southwestern State University. Jason and I got married July 10, 2010! He is the love of my life, and my dream come true; I couldn't ask for a better man! Our main goal is to honor God in our relationship, and to be a Godly example for others to follow. God has blessed me in so many ways, and by His grace I AM SAVED!
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