Raised High, to Be Pulled Down

Philippians 4:13, “I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.”

Hello friends! How is this new day treating you so far? Have you awakened to bright beginnings, the usual routine, to knowing God has you no matter what? When we wake with good thoughts and keep pushing toward positivity, the day cannot become filled with gloom or despair! Sure, it may have a few obstacles, but if we look to the good in what can be, that negative will be taken away! If the title to this post seems confusing, think of it as a quote toward life’s ups and downs. Think of it as a reminder that even at the highest positive moment, someone or something, will try to put negative excuses, or obstacles, or doubts, just to keep you from feeling needed, wanted, appreciated. But, we want to acknowledge that God is in control, those negative things can’t last, they are but an empty way to defeat what cannot be defeated! Remember that Rome wasn’t built in a day, the great pyramids weren’t built in a day, every invention or discovery had to have days of thinking, planning, creating, before it came to be! When you became saved, you were on a natural high; a peace and joy filled you completely and you were ecstatic about what you were destined to do. But, as a born-again believer the devil starts his plan of working ways to pull you down, to stop your worship, to try and extinguish that flame inside you. This is where the real work needs to begin. Though we are destined to be God’s children, the devil wants to cut those numbers and he will keep you busy. As you begin your new transformation or for those already saved continuing that change; priorities will need to be established. Get in the Bible and study, learn, obey the will of God. Pray daily, then pray more! Look to other Christian believers for advice, encouragement. Take a moment and realize when God raises you there is no way the devil can pull you down.

Scriptures:

Read: Philippians 4:13, Isaiah 54:17, Deuteronomy 3:22, I Corinthians 3:16, Ephesians 6:10-20, James 4:7, I Peter 5:8, Psalm 34:17, Exodus 14:14, John 8:31-32, I Corinthians 15:57-58, Romans 8:28, Proverbs 18:24, Exodus 23:22

Prayer:

Lord, we come now asking for your presence to continue within us. Thank you, Lord, for lifting us when we feel we are not worthy; protecting us when the devil tries to pull us down. Thank you, Lord, for all the mercy and grace you give to us. Help us, Lord, to look to you in every need we have, help us to thank you for when you are present in good times and bad. Amen.