I was thinking this morning about how far God has brought me in His healing of my heart and emotions, my panic disorder and anxiety disease. Years ago, God brought me to a crossroads in my life. He was about to “fix” my heart. Was I going to continue to let panic usurp what His Word said about trusting Him in all situations, or was I going to step out in faith, believe and let His truth dictate my behavior?
The following is today’s (October 5th) entry in Sarah Young’s “Jesus Always” daily devotional. It’s a blessing…
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I WANT YOU TO HAVE NO FEAR of bad news. The only way to accomplish this feat is to have a steadfast heart, trusting in Me. There is an abundance of bad news in the world, but you don’t need to be afraid of it. Instead, confidently rely on Me – believe in Me. Find encouragement in My sacrificial death on the cross and My miraculous resurrection. I, your living Savior, am Almighty God! I am sovereign over global events; I am still in control.
When things around you or in the world seem to be spinning out of control, come to Me and pour out your heart. Instead of fretting and fuming, put your energy into praying. Come to Me, not only for comfort but also for direction; I will help you find the way forward. Moreover, I take your prayers into account as I govern your planet – in ways far, far beyond your understanding.
Don’t dread bad news or let it spook you. Instead, keep your heart steadfast and calm through confident trust in Me.
He shall not be afraid of evil tidings: his heart is fixed, trusting in the Lord.
Psalm 112:7
Behold, the Lord God will come with strong hand, and his arm shall rule for him: behold, his reward is with him, and his work before him.
Isaiah 40:10
Trust in him at all times; ye people, pour out your heart before him: God is a refuge for us. Selah.
Pslam 62:8
For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.
Isaiah 9:6
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It’s amazing that God can fix a heart like mine. It’s such a tremendous blessing that Jesus works in our lives to bring us His rest and peace.
God bless,
Mark