Now He who searches the hearts knows what the mind of the Spirit is, because He makes intercession for the saints according to the will of God. And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose. For whom He foreknew, He also predestined to be conformed to the image of His Son, that He might be the firstborn among many brethren.”

PONDER THIS

I was raised on the east coast of Florida, and I love to watch the ocean. The waves come and go without any manmade effort; that is all God. He designed the ocean tide and keeps it. That is not the only thing He takes care of, though. God’s tide is moving in the lives of His followers today. God is in control of what is happening in the ocean, and He is sovereign over what is happening in your life.

What is the problem you are facing? Now double it. Make it twice as bad. Now double what you’ve doubled. Now, ask yourself: Is that big to God? Of course not. He can handle it all, and He is with you through it all.

What is the basis of boldness? You must keep company with God the Son. You must have confidence in God the Father. When Christians are terrified, they must take their eyes off of Man and put their eyes on God. The Bible says, “The fear of man brings a snare” (Proverbs 29:25). Take your eyes off your problems. Focus your eyes on Almighty God, who is the Creator of all things, the Controller of all things, and the Conqueror of all things. He is in control, regardless of the challenges you are facing.

What are some problems that you’re tempted to feel are too big for God?
Why do we struggle trusting God with the problems we face?

PRACTICE THIS

Encourage a friend who is struggling with the problems of life and pray for that friend.

PONDER THIS

PRACTICE THIS

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