#Trust Jesus

[myremnantarmy]

"𝘔𝘺 𝘥𝘢𝘶𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘦𝘳, 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘴𝘦𝘦𝘬 𝘢𝘯𝘴𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘴, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘐 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘨𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘮 𝘵𝘰 𝘺𝘰𝘶."

[walkswithmyfather]

“Trust His Heart” by Babbie Mason:

“All things work for our good

Though sometimes we don't see

How they could

Struggles that break our hearts in two

Sometimes blind us to the truth

Our Father knows what's best for us

His ways are not our own

So when your pathway grows dim

And you just don't see Him,

Remember you're never alone

God is too wise to be mistaken

God is too good to be unkind

So when you don't understand

When don't see His plan

When you can't trace His hand

Trust His Heart

He sees the master plan

And he holds our future in His hand,

So don't live as those who have no hope,

All our hope is found in Him

We see the present clearly

But He sees the first and the last

And like a tapestry He's weaving you and me,

To someday be just like Him

He alone is faithful and true

He alone knows what is best for you

God is too wise to be mistaken

God is too good to be unkind

So when you don't understand

When don't see His plan

When you can't trace His hand

Trust His Heart.”

Songwriters: Babbie Y. Mason / Eddie Carswell

[Watch the video here.]

[inspiredbyjesuslove]

[soonsweetheart]

Triumphant.

That’s the word. The only one befitting enough to describe such massive, golden double doors that lead to paradise. The ones you’d imagine when thinking about the entrance to Heaven, except even more dazzling.

Hoards of people pushed through, squeezing their way inside and eagerly running towards whatever perfect pleasures awaited them. I even recognized a few faces, and weaseled my way into the crowd to try and catch up with them.

But then I heard His voice.

“Turn around.”

The words sent a small shiver down my spine, but I knew better than to disobey considering the trouble I’d gotten myself into before.

I turned around, but saw…nothing. I began to wiggle back out of the crowd, nearly getting trampled trying to fight the flow of direction. It was easier when I wasn’t surrounded; easier to hear, to see, to feel.

Finally my eyes landed on a small gate in the distance. It was not triumphant. In fact, one may have described it as rather drab, or dilapidated.

With one final glance at the triumphant double doors, so warm and enticing the invitation to paradise, I went the other way through the small gate. It felt wrong, as if I were fighting my instincts, but I followed the rocky and treacherous path.

It had dawned on me then that I was dead. Yet I had no memory of what had happened, the only thing in my mind was the sound of his voice guiding me through the narrow trail.

“Almost there,” he’d whisper, quietly leading me through the darkest valleys, providing a faint light at the end of the horizon. Yet with each step, the light grew brighter and more vibrant, like the sun…

Or maybe it was just Him.

“There you are,” he let out a soft sigh of relief, enveloping me in his arms. I was confused, unsure how the path away from paradise lead me to him, but I didn’t question it. Not now at least.

It was easy to melt into his touch, and graciously receive the hug I had only dreamed about all my life.

“It’s really you,” I whispered in disbelief, peering up into his eyes. His eyes were like fire. Looking into them made it clear how impossible it was to capture his appearance accurately in scripture. He was too beautiful.

He knew my thoughts, the flames of his irises shifting to a soft ember. “I’ve been waiting for you, sweetheart,” he whispered, looking into my eyes as if I were the beautiful one.

I’d never felt more beautiful than when He looked at me like that.

His fingers, warm and reassuring, grasped my hand and led me deeper into the warm atmosphere, and the sight put my previous understanding of paradise to shame.

Because it wasn’t riches or glory like I’d imagined, but rather…perfect love. His perfect love.

“So this is what home feels like.”

Inspired by Matthew 7:13-14

“Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it.”

Do not be deceived.

[jatawrites]

When a bad situation occur . I have to always remember that my future is so much bigger than what I’m going through. What God has in store for me is so much bigger than this petty situation.

God is bigger than my frustration, doubt , fear , uncertainty, etc .

This situation may feel heavy, but it’s temporary.

You may feel stagnant, but God will come through for you !

Trust & believe…

God has plans to prosper you , always remember that !!

[followinghimthedisciplelife]

Rest and trust. Have a good night.

[tonysolomon4jc]

[destinylovesjesus]

7 Ways to Seek First God’s Kingdom Every Day

Praying

Bible Reading

Worship

Repentance

Bible Verse Memorization

Praise

Thanksgiving

Our God is love. He is good. Everything about Him rings with goodness, faithfulness, grace, and mercy. And our Father desires that we draw close to Him, for He longs to pour this goodness out on us for today and especially eternity. He promises to draw close to us in James 4:8 to never forsake us. And simply, He encourages you and I to seek Him above all else. Because He knows that nothing compares to Him. Not cars, money, other gods, addictions, or people.

[myremnantarmy]

"𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘨𝘰 𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘥...𝘞𝘢𝘪𝘵 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘔𝘦."

[walkswithmyfather]

Amen! 🙏

[inspiredbyjesuslove]

[soonsweetheart]

Sky Daddy?

“That’s what they’re calling me?” he asked, his lips curling into an amused grin. It was good to see him smile like that.

I nodded and returned the smile. “I think it’s supposed to be offensive or something? I thought it was kinda cute though.”

Jesus hummed in acknowledgment, his gaze returning to the piece he was working on, a chunk of oak he was carving.

“Whatcha making?” I asked, tilting my head and noticing his hands, scratched and calloused, expertly shaving off a rough patch of wood.

His eyes met mine for a moment, only to peer back down at his project. “A donkey,” he said softly, the gentle smile still etched on his face.

I was going to ask why a donkey of all things, but it made sense when considering his past. The King had humbly ridden a donkey when entering Jerusalem, one of my favorite stories. It would’ve been so fascinating to be there, to see the multitudes of believers worshiping him and making a path with palm branches.

“I’m sure it’ll be beautiful,” I replied gently, the story inspiring something in me to say something, do something, anything to make him smile again. “I’ll be right back,” I whispered, standing from my seat beside him and heading towards the door.

He nodded, a flicker of realization in his eyes. That almost annoyed me. It was about impossible to surprise someone like him, but perhaps he’d appreciate the sentiment.

I shut the door behind me, feeling the cool breeze run over my skin, and I began searching.

Oak…maple…pine…and various other trees I couldn’t identify…and there. There’s the palm tree.

It felt strangely good, to do something so simple and seemingly pointless, because it was for Him.

Because He would see meaning in it.

I selected a branch from the ground and eagerly headed back inside, smiling as I saw the donkey coming to life in his hands. “Here,” I said as I set the branch down on the table for him to see, “your path.”

He always saw such beauty in things. A palm branch somehow reflecting a delicate picture of love and worship from his children.

“Thank you,” Jesus replied, his words warm and full of appreciation.

I just hummed in reply, resting my chin in my palm to relax as I watched him work. The chunk of oak slowly but surely morphed into the shape of a four legged animal. He switched to a smaller tool, carving out the details.

“I’ve been thinking…” I began, “Sky Daddy doesn’t really suit you…because you’re right here,” I laughed. “You’re not far away like some people seem to think…and you’re human like me…you’re on the ground feeling the same things I feel.”

As if to confirm it, the tool in his hands unexpectedly shifted over a ridge, slicing a shallow mark into his palm. He appreciated the irony and nodded in agreement, “yes I suppose you’re right.”

I grimaced and shook my head. It hurt sometimes to remember just how human he was. After gently cleansing the cut and wrapping a small bandage around it, I finished my thought.

“I think…Ground Daddy would be more appropriate, but that sounds silly,” I giggled, “so….”

“So…?” he replied, waiting for me to continue as that same amused smile spread across his lips.

“I think I’ll just call you Daddy.”

[jatawrites]

I remember my Dream car was always a Jeep. I prayed about getting one. Everytime I seen one, I would always say “ you will be mine one day”… fast forward I got a job a Jeep dealership . Crazy right? I was so happy to be able to work at a place that had my dream car …. One day I was lucky enough to do a dealer trade and drive my “dream car “ 2 hours away to another state.

That was by far the worse driving experience EVER! I was driving in a middle of a STORM! That jeep was NOT stable enough to drive in bad weather.

I hated how tight it was on the inside. I hated how uncomfortable it was . It wasn’t spacious or stable for me.

My dream car turned into a car that I never wanna drive again lol

Sometimes God let you get a glimpse of what you really want , to show you that’s it’s not meant for you to have!!

Rejection=Protection😌

[noagskryf]

My prayers got answered, hallelujah! I went to a UCAS event and met an afrikaans girl my age who's also interested in mathematics (but data science, i'm interested in actuarial science). We exchanged phone numbers and haven't stopped messaging since. I've been praying for an afrikaans friend my age here in England for most of my life, i'm so grateful to the Lord for sending her.

[sharri-byfaith]

The Power of Patience: Trusting God in Seasons of Waiting

In life, we often find ourselves in seasons of waiting—waiting for answers, waiting for breakthroughs, waiting for changes, waiting for restoration. These periods of uncertainty can be challenging and even painful, testing our faith and resolve, sometimes no matter how much action we take it seems all you have left is your Faith, Faith without action is dead but sometimes there is no action to take other than having faith and believing it, speaking to the Lord and trusting him are also actions. However, as believers, it's crucial to remember that God has a purpose for every season, and even in the waiting, there is an opportunity to grow closer to Him.

Scripture reminds us of the importance of patience and trusting in God's timing.

In Psalm 27:14, we are encouraged to "Wait for the Lord; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the Lord!" Similarly, Isaiah 40:31 tells us, "But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint."

These verses remind us that waiting on the Lord is not a passive act but rather an opportunity to strengthen our faith and character. It's a time to lean on God's promises and trust that He is working behind the scenes, orchestrating everything for our good (Romans 8:28).

Yet, trusting in God's timing can be difficult, especially when we've been given signs or indications of what's to come. We may question why God seems silent or why our prayers remain unanswered. However, it's precisely in these moments of uncertainty that our faith is refined.

Consider the story of Abraham and Sarah in the Bible. God promised them a son, but years passed without the fulfillment of that promise. Despite their doubts and impatience, they continued to trust in God's faithfulness. Eventually, Isaac was born, fulfilling God's promise in His perfect timing (Genesis 21:1-7).

Similarly, Joseph endured years of hardship and injustice before seeing God's plan unfold in his life (Genesis 37-45). Yet, through it all, Joseph remained faithful and continued to praise God, knowing that His purposes would prevail.

Trusting in God's timing requires surrendering our desires and plans to Him, even when it's painful. It means acknowledging that His ways are higher than ours (Isaiah 55:8-9) and that He sees the bigger picture, even when we can't.

So, how do we trust in God during seasons of waiting, especially when it hurts?

First, we must remain rooted in prayer and the Word of God. Prayer keeps us connected to God, allowing us to pour out our hearts and concerns to Him. Reading Scripture reminds us of God's promises and faithfulness, providing comfort and encouragement in times of uncertainty.

Second, we must cultivate an attitude of gratitude and praise. Even in the waiting, there are blessings to be found. As we focus on God's goodness and faithfulness in the past, we can trust Him for the future.

Psalm 34:1 reminds us, "I will bless the Lord at all times; his praise shall continually be in my mouth."

Lastly, we must surrender our timeline to God and embrace His perfect timing. As we wait, we can rest assured that God is working all things together for our good (Romans 8:28). Our job is to remain faithful and obedient, trusting that God's plans for us are far greater than we could ever imagine (Ephesians 3:20).

In conclusion, seasons of waiting are an inevitable part of life, but they are also opportunities for growth and deepened faith. By patiently trusting in God's timing, remaining steadfast in prayer and praise and standing on Faith, and surrendering our desires to His will, we can navigate these seasons with hope and confidence. So, let us wait upon the Lord with eager anticipation, knowing that He is faithful to fulfill His promises in His perfect time.

Sharri Van Zyl

14-03-2024

[crucifiedwithhim]

For Christ is the end of the law for righteousness to every one that believeth. (Romans 10:4 [KJV])