Resting in God

He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. Psalm 147:3 (NIV) God we pray for all those who are hurting today. We pray that you restore joy to the joyless and hope to the hopeless. Mend every broken and scattered pieces of their hearts back together again. Lift every burden, relieve every heavy weight and bring light in the midst of darkness. Do what only you can do to heal and deliver every person who needs a healing touch from you today. You are the God of all comfort. Provide rest for the weary and strength to the weak. Bring calm during the times of storms. Tell the winds to cease and place us on solid ground. As we release every care unto you, we receive your sweet serenity. We bask in your unwavering love that fills and uplifts us. Thank you for hearing our prayers and answering our plea. Thank you for loving us unconditionally. Thank you for being our heavy lifter and burden bearer. Thank you for your peace that surpasses understanding. We receive your rest. Amen. My brothers and sisters, be encouraged in the Lord. Let’s go and grow together. ADaubon

Have mercy on me, LORD, for I am faint; heal me, LORD, for my bones are in agony. Psalm 6:2 (NIV) When life becomes overwhelming, and you feel faint inside, run to God where your safety abides. He has compassion for you. He will sustain you, no matter what you are going through. He is there when you’re in pain and there are no words to explain. God is ever present, for His love always remains. Cry out to the Lord, for He is full of mercy and grace. He will meet you at your lowest place. When you’re in agony and pain beyond belief, our God is faithful to bring relief. Let God heal you in every broken place that keeps you feeling in despair. Give it all to God, for He is always nearby. He sees your pain and hears your cry. May your burdens be lifted, and your joy return 100 fold. God will help you and give you a testimony that is yet to be told. Hang in there and don’t give up while you wait for your deliverance to manifest. Trust God and let Him do the rest. Let’s go and grow together. ADaubon

Love Drives Out Hate

 “But to you who are listening I say: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, Luke 6:27 (NIV) It is easy to love those who love and adore you. The real challenge comes when we have to show love towards those who you know don’t like you, talk about you, mistreat you and truly have no love in their heart for you. Loving your enemies means you will not let their evil ways cause you to turn your heart to operate out of bitterness or revenge. While you may be hurt, don’t let them pull you into their dark place. As light illuminates darkness, so does love drive out hate. This is not an easy task. Let your enemies go and give them to God. Show love and allow God’s love to flow through you. He will take care of your enemies and none of their plans will prevail. All of their verbal attacks will fall flat. All of their wicked schemes will fail. Let God’s love abound in you and through you. Let’s go and grow together. ADaubon

Everyone enjoys a fitting reply; it is wonderful to say the right thing at the right time! Prov. 15:23 (NLT) Everything that is on your mind does not have to roll off your lips. You can have good intentions, but bad timing. Your words should be used to encourage, support and uplift. There is nothing like a good word that comes just when you need it. The key to saying the right thing at the right time is discernment. Be spirit-led, so you are used as an instrument of light in the midst of someone’s darkness. You never know what people are going through and God may want to use you to deliver a timely word that will change the trajectory of someone’s life or shift their situation for the better. Pray, then think carefully about what you’re about to say. If it is not the right timing then wait for another day. If the timing is right then let God have His way. Let’s go and grow together. ADaubon

It is the Lord who goes before you; He will be with you. He will not fail you or abandon you. Do not fear or be dismayed.” Deut. 31:8 (Amp.) In life there are some difficult roads that we may travel. We must trust God in order to not unravel. Know that God is by your side for the journey, and He is making a way. He travels with you by night and day. He is with you during the ups and downs. There is no greater support that will ever be found. When it is good or bad our God remains the same, so you are not alone. He will not leave you to figure it out on your own. If you are going through trials of any kind, He sees your pain and every tear. Find strength in knowing that He cares for you and is always by your side. If you’re at your lowest point, from Him you cannot hide. Let’s go and grow together. ADaubon

Be Encouraged

Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. Joshua 1:9 (NIV) Be strong, for God knows all that you’re going through and He will be your support. It doesn’t matter who is there, or not, God will uphold you and give you the strength you need to continue press forward to victory. Find courage from deep within, because you have assurance that God is working on your behalf. Have no fear, for God is your protector and He will go before you. Be encouraged for you are never alone and there is absolutely nothing God can’t bring you through. May your heaviness be lifted, and God’s peace surround you. Now press forward with hope and confidence. God will take care of you. Let’s go and grow together. ADaubon

The heart of the godly thinks carefully before speaking; the mouth of the wicked overflows with evil words. Prov.15:28 (NLT) It takes self-control, self-awareness, wisdom and discernment to think carefully before speaking and responding. Be cognizant if you are easily offended, frequently defensive, and occasionally regret what you’ve said after the fact. Sometimes we are not observant of the impact of our words until we are told or we witness a shift in someone’s demeanor and attitude towards us after the encounter. None of us are perfect and we are all a work in progress. However, it is our responsibility to be committed and surrendered to let God continue to work on us to effectively work through us. Every interaction is an opportunity for us to reflect God’s love and grow in our own personal and spiritual development. It’s not about how forceful your words are but rather how faithful you are to measure your words with grace. Remember, maintain your focus on the purpose more than you are led to pack a harsh and powerful verbal punch. Difficult conversations are sometimes necessary, but delivery is extremely important. True power is being able to guard your tongue and manage your emotions. At the end of your conversations ask the question, did God get the glory or the enemy? Let’s go and grow together. ADaubon

Let Go & Let God

The Lord is close to all who call on him, yes, to all who call on him in truth. Psalm 145:18 (NLT) When faced with difficult times you can often feel alone or isolated. There is a void sometimes that can only be filled by the Lord. Find comfort in knowing that God is near to you. With a sincere heart cry out to God. Location or position is not as important as the condition of your heart. You don’t have to be elegant in speech or have any specific words to use. Know that God will meet you where you are. God is searching our hearts. Trust God enough to be completely vulnerable before Him. He already knows what you’re going through. Crying out to God is an outward sign of an inner decision to place all your hope in Him. Putting it in His hand is the first step. Truly surrendering it to Him is the next. Now let go and let God. He is faithful to take care of you. Let’s go and grow together. ADaubon

Find Peace In The Promise

Sustain me, my God, according to your promise, and I will live; do not let my hopes be dashed. Psalm 119:116 (NIV) When you feel like giving up God will give you the strength to press ahead. So, when you are tempted to quit trust the Lord instead. He is your support all the days of your life, come what may. No matter what is going on God has the final say. You can lean on Him and He’ll keep you from falling into despair. Wherever you are God is near. Place all your hope in Him and trust that He won’t let you down. Your situation is never too bad that He can’t turn it around. He is aware of all that you are going through, because He is all knowing. You can persevere because His grace and mercy are forever flowing. Rest in the assurance that He has plans for you. There isn’t anything that can stop His purpose from going through. God has promises stored up for you to receive. Hang in there, keep the faith and simply believe. Let’s go and grow together. ADaubon