God Is for Us
How to Truly Believe and Trust in His Promises
Facing defeat is hard. How often do we wallow in self-pity instead of bringing our fears immediately to the Lord? We all go through times of struggle. When we do, it’s like our faith and logic disappear. Suddenly, we neglect important biblical truths:
“If God is for us, who can be against us?” (Romans 8:31)
“I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” (Philippians 4:13).
Turning to the Lord
Why do we find it so hard to immediately turn to the Lord in prayer? Typically, we’ll speak with friends and family about our struggles far before laying them before our Heavenly Father.
It’s essential to remember God’s promise not to be against us and our necessity to take prayer seriously in times of struggle. We must actively choose to bring our concerns to Him first, trusting that He is always for us.
“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28).
When we embrace this promise, we find the strength and peace to navigate our challenges.
Strengthening Your Faith
To truly believe that God is for us, we need to immerse ourselves in His Word and continually remind ourselves of His promises. By doing this, we build a foundation of faith that helps us stand firm in the face of adversity.
“The Lord is on my side; I will not fear. What can man do to me?” (Psalm 118:6)
Here are a few practical steps to strengthen your belief:
- Daily Prayer: Start and end your day with prayer, bringing all your concerns to God.
- Scripture Reading: Regularly read and meditate on Bible verses that remind you of God’s promises.
- Community Support: Join a small group or Bible study to share your struggles and victories with fellow believers.
Join the Conversation; Share Your Thoughts
- When is your prayer life the most difficult?
- What scriptures help you remember that God is for you?
- How do you remind yourself to turn to God first in times of trouble?
If you’d like to dive deeper, check out the following updated posts on God’s promise not to be against us, and our necessity to take prayer seriously in times of struggle.
