Fear not, for I am
with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I
will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand. Isaiah 41:10
Stronger than you think
In Genesis 37 we read the story of family treachery. The
coat of many colors was tainted with blood. Jacob was convinced it was the
blood of his beloved son, Joseph. Though much loved by his father Joseph was
resented by his brothers. Relationships sink or swim on as little as this. None
of the family could predict what God could and would do with this act of betrayal. The story is a reminder of how important it is to be absolutely certain God’s plan
is greater and more intricately connected to end results than anything we can
do. Trust in the Lord. Be strong under fire. Make the most of who you are. God
has promised to be with you, even when those around you sell you out, life
hands you bitter gall instead of ambrosia, health fails, and trouble bubbles. You
are stronger than you think, not because of who you are, but because of who God
is.
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