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Choosing Joy in Adversity: Trusting The Character of God
We’ve heard it said that joy is not dependent on our circumstances. But when adversity stomps in like an unwanted invader, joy is not the first thing I think of. I want to get out of my struggle, and I want out – Now! Choosing joy in times of heart-wrenching adversity feels impossible. I have come to understand that finding true joy in times of adversity requires me to choose Jesus over everything. Choosing joy requires me to believe that God is all I need – right now, even in this travesty. That He sees my plight and knows what to do. Joy comes on the heels of resting and…
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Embraced
Embraced Take me in your arms, Dear Father, Let me rest, safe in this place. Encompass me with endless mercy, Wrap me tight with love and grace. Keep me from the weight of sorrow. Ever pressing down on me, Let me feel your safe, sweet harbor, Offer now this sweet reprieve. Sustain my weary soul, blessed Savior. Restore my faith these trials have crushed, Remind me that you love me dearly, Soothe me with your tender touch. Listen to my prayer, Lord Jesus I cry out, “Please rescue me!” Lest I falter in this journey, Turn my feet to follow thee. Infuse my mind with your…
