Every day is a challenge. Since I have been dealing with my health issues it seems like something different comes along each day to test my faith.
When you have something to focus on or a specific goal you are trying to accomplish the setbacks aren’t so hard to take. But when you have nothing to strive for it seems like your days will begin to morph into a big ball of nothingness.
Each day I am trying to focus my attention on God and His desires for me. But it gets hard some days when my body is physically failing me in one way or another. It’s hard to stay courageous and strong when the daily tasks of life take its toll on you. It’s hard when you are grieving days when you were healthy, but now your life is different. It is easier said than done.
When I look to Jesus, and I think about all the benefits that He has allowed me to have in my life and all the blessings that He has bestowed upon me I can push on another day. I am trying to keep my focus on God for He is the one who has all the answers. The joy of the Lord is my strength.
The more I learn to focus on God and His word, the less time I have to focus on my situation. My illness doesn’t get any glory, and neither will I continue to allow its effects to determine my life. I will allow the word of God and His love for me heal me from the inside out. The word says that I am more than a conqueror in Christ Jesus. Psalm 16:8 says: “I will keep my eyes always on the Lord, with Him at my right hand, I will not be shaken.” NIV
I know that the Lord has more plans for my life on this side of heaven and I shall fulfill that destiny. So, when those tough days come along, I will remind myself to focus on God and His promises and to take every thought captive under the authority of God’s word.
Be blessed L
