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Discouraging Thoughts

Friday June 30, 2017

Doubt and discouragement begin to settle on us when we start to think that God is not coming through for us.  We may not say those words but if we look below our feelings of dissatisfaction, that’s often what we’ll find.  We “should” be able to have this or do that by now – after all, we’ve been making the choice to not drink and drug haven’t we?  Why aren’t things going our way?


If you think you are standing strong, be careful not to fall. The temptations in your life are no different from what others experience. And God is faithful. He will not allow the temptation to be more than you can stand. When you are tempted, he will show you a way out so that you can endure. (1 Corinthians 10:12-13 NLT)

The more we entertain thoughts of entitlement and allow frustration to grow under our skin, the more easily the desire for the old “fun and games” lifestyle sneaks in.  I deserve to have a good time, to have some fun, to take some time off, to do what I want when I want.  Before long we find ourselves in the wrong place at the wrong time and we are heading for relapse. 


So if we have enough food and clothing, let us be content. But people who long to be rich fall into temptation and are trapped by many foolish and harmful desires that plunge them into ruin and destruction. (1Timothy 6:8-9 NLT)

The key to overcoming discouraging times is to recognize what is happening within and around us.  It is extremely important to walk closely with Jesus at this time, telling him exactly what we are feeling and trusting Him for the victory.  It’s the time to stay close to friends and mentors and put their advice into practice rather than just listen and nod our heads when they speak.  Often when we do this, we find that the peace and joy we seek breaks through quite quickly and everything we need comes about at the perfect time.

Prayer:  Heavenly Father, I confess that discouragement makes me want to run away.  Help me to realize that You are continuing to do a good work in me and I will see Your goodness here in the land of the living.  AMEN


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