Trustiing the Lord

“And they that know thy name will put their trust in thee: for thou, Lord, hast not forsaken them that seek thee.”

Psalms 9:10 KJV

 

       When we trust in the Lord, it shows our faith; we know Him. The evidence of things hoped for, the substance of things unseen—though we do not see the Lord with our physical eyes—we take faith in Him. Remember, dear brothers and sisters, that the Lord will never forsake those who seek Him. Keep seeking! Keep drawing near to the Lord because He will not dismay!

Thought 206: Your Deepest Fear from Ryan's devotional book series Thoughts

Thought 206

 Your Deepest Fear

     One of my greatest fears has been dying a slow and painful death in a hospital with needles pocked into every square inch of your body. But I can’t just remain afraid because the Bible says not to fear the things of this earth. We must battle these fears and we must look to Christ as the bearer of the ultimate pain and the worst fear possible–being shunned by God because of sin. Even if our worst fears are do come to pass we must still look to Christ as our source of strength. No matter what your deepest fear(s) are, Christ is still the only source of strength that you need. Turn to Him and ask Him to teach you how to cast your cares upon Him. He will listen and help those who come to Him.

“Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”

Matthew 11:28 KJV

Daily Devotion from Ryan's devotional series, Thoughts

Thought 153

Trusting God in Finances

        This topic is one that many Christians struggle in. But if we can believe Christ has forgiven us, then I ask, “why do we not have faith that God will take care of our needs?”

Examine your heart before you start:

         Do you ‘love’ money for what it buys you or do you look gratefully to God and thank Him for what He has given you?

(If you are angry or feel convicted when you read the question above, get quiet before the Lord and ask Him why you feel that way.)

     For "the earth is the Lord's, and everything in it" 1 Corinthians 10:26 NIV1984

   This verse (1 Cor. 10:26) gives us a powerful principle: money exists in the world; therefore it is ALL God’s and He gives it to whom He chooses. The Scriptures are clear that if you give, you will receive back (Luke 6:38). That fact principle is applied by many of the world’s ranks and they are being blessed for it. Why do you think that humanitarian efforts are succeeding? Because they have the blessing of God? Because they are giving? Multitudes are feed, clothed, and given drink by people who give selflessly, but that isn’t the amazing part. The astounding aspect is that many of those who give so greatly do not have Christ in their lives. They are modeling an aspect of life that we Christians should be living. This principle of blessing is not just monetary, but I think we sure grasp the concept when it’s in dollar terminology.

  Are you stingy in giving?

My friends, Christ gave His very life. . . . Really think about that . . . .

      Are you investing in things that aren’t a necessity like cable, the internet, cell phones, ect…? Do you pay your cable bill before you tithe and then say that you can’t afford to pay a Tithe because you’ve spent it on temporary entertainment? Maybe you don’t need an increased paycheck, rather a decrease in “comfort” spending.  Please do not misunderstand me, the internet, cell phones, and ‘toys’ are fun, but sometimes, they are a hindrance because they are a addiction that we use as an excuse to not give.

“Reflect on what I am saying, for the Lord will give you insight into all this.”—2 Timothy 2:7 NIV1984