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This is a good story that shows that even when we feel that God has
left us and doesn't hear our prayers, He is right there by our side
and will meet all our needs according to His riches and Glory. Not
on our time, but on His time. Remember God's ways are not our ways,
so keep trusting the Lord. (Isaiah 55:8-9)
Romans 8:27-28 "Now He who searches the hearts knows what the mind of the
Spirit is, because He makes intercession for the saints according to the
will of God. And we know that all things work together for good to those
who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose."
THE BURNING HUT
The only survivor of a shipwreck was washed up on a small, uninhibited
island. He prayed feverishly for God to rescue him, and every day he
scanned the horizon for help, but none seemed forthcoming. Exhausted, he
eventually managed to build a little hut out of driftwood to protect him
from the elements, and to store his few possessions. But then one day,
after scavenging for food, he arrived home to find his little hut in
flames, the smoke rolling up to the sky. The worst had happened;
everything was lost. He was stunned with grief and anger. "God, how could
you do this to me!" he cried.
Early the next day, however, he was awakened by the sound of a ship that
was approaching the island. It had come to rescue him. "How did you know I
was here?" asked the weary man of his rescuers. "We saw your smoke
signal," they replied.
Author Unknown
It is easy to get discouraged when things are going bad. But we shouldn't
lose heart, because God is at work in our lives, even in the midst of pain
and suffering. Remember, next time your little hut is burning to the
ground----it just may be a smoke signal that summons the grace of God.
For all the negative things we have to say to ourselves, God has a
positive answer for it:
You say: "It's impossible" God says: All things are possible (Luke 18:27)
You say: "I'm too tired" God says: I will give you rest (Matthew 11:28-30)
Those who hope in the Lord will renew their Strength. (Isaiah 40:31)
You say: "Nobody really loves me" God says: I love you (John 3:16 & John 13:34)
You say: "I can't go on" God says: My grace is sufficient (II Cor. 12:9 &
Psalms 91:15)
You say: "I can't figure things out" God says: I will direct your steps
(Proverbs 3:5-6)
You say: "I can't do it" God says: You can do all things (Philippians 4:13)
You say: "I'm not able" God says: I am able (II Corinthians 9:8)
You say: "It's not worth it" God says: It will be worth it (Roman 8:28)
You say: "I can't forgive myself" God says: I FORGIVE YOU (I John 1:9 &
Romans 8:1)
You say: "I can't manage" God says: I will supply all your needs
(Philippians 4:19)
You say: "I'm afraid" God says: I have not given you a spirit of fear (II Timothy 1:7)
You say: "I'm always worried and frustrated" God says: Cast all your cares on Me
(1Peter 5:7)
You say: "I don't have enough faith" God says: I've given everyone a measure of faith
(Romans 12:3)
You say: "I'm not smart enough" God says: I give you wisdom (I Corinthians 1:30)
You say: "I feel all alone" God says: I will never leave you or forsake you.
(Hebrews 13:5)
I hope and pray this message along with the scriptures have encouraged you
enough to know that God is with you and will meet all your needs according
to His riches and glory.
In Christ Service,
Dwayne Savaya
Gods Work Ministry
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