The what if’s seem to come in droves these days;
What if…
-People don’t like me…
-I am high maintenance…
-My expectations are too high…
-I freak out…
-My fear cripples me…
-I am a hypocrite…
-I get malaria…
-Something happens to my family…
-My friends move on in life…
-I don’t hear from God…
-I can’t raise the money…
-I am rejected…
-I am alone…
This list could go on and on. But why give Satan the satisfaction. I need to stop worrying about the “What ifs” and start trusting in God. I have let myself get bogged down with these “What ifs.” I need to claim God’s promises and take it one day at a time…
Truths…
-I have been crucified with Christ and it is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. (Galatians 2:20).
-I was chosen in Christ before the foundation of the world to be holy and am without blame before Him. (Ephesians 1:4).
-I have direct access to God through the Spirit. (Ephesians 2:18).
-I am confident that God will complete the good work he started in me. (Philippians 1:6)
-I am far from oppression, and fear does not come near me. (Isaiah 54:14)
-I am given the power of the Holy Spirit to lay hands on the sick and see them recover, to cast out demons, and to speak with new tongues. I have power over all the power of the enemy, and nothing shall by any means harm me. (Mark 16:17-18) (Luke 10:17, 19)
-I am given the peace of God that passes all understanding. (Philippians 4:7)
-I am part of a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a purchased people. (Peter 2:9-10)
-I am rejoicing in times of persecution. (Matthew 5:12)
-I am staying humble and in child-like faith. (Mark 10:15)
-I am going to suffer in this world, but I won’t deny Him! (2 Timothy 2:12-13)
-I am keeping my eyes focused on Jesus and he will give me strength and endurance to finish this race! (Hebrews 12:1-2)
I think this is easier said or typed then acted upon…
"One day at a time." I really need to have that tattooed on the back of my hand along with, "God is good all the time."
