July 23 Overcoming John 16:33
Good morning from Pastor Glen Brock, Baptist Tabernacle Church, Wendell, North Carolina… “These things I have spoken to you, that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33)
A large portion of my responsibilities, as a pastor, is to counsel and encourage others, along this journey of life. One amazing fact has become obvious, and that is that individuals still do not grasp that life is difficult and, at times, just hard to handle. A consistent thought has emerged, and that is, that Christians are, somehow, immune to the challenges and difficulties of life! Let me assure you, here and now, this is NOT TRUE!! The scriptures inform us of the challenges and adversity that we WILL FACE, as we serve HIM, and navigate through this life. Folks, we are living in a fallen and sinful world, and chaos and destruction are all about! When we become Christians, we are infused with HIS Power, HIS Grace and HIS Provision, and this empowerment provides the necessary tools to successfully challenge the destructive patterns of this world. Please be aware that Satan is ready, willing, and able to attack you, taunt you, challenge you, annoy you, and hurt you! Stay Focused on HIS POWER, PROVISION AND PRESENCE, and be prepared to handle the challenges that YOU WILL FACE! Psalm 91:1 offers a powerful promise… “He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.” Life is hard! Life is Challenging! My God is ALL POWERFUL, and as HIS Child, I am Powerful, because of HIS Love, Grace, and Provision!! I encounter the same challenges that you face, and I affirm the power of God in my life, and I am continually praying for renewal, healing, and protection. I affirm HIS anointing for the POWER FOR LIVING in this dark and sinful world! Remember, HE is working in you, on your behalf, and we need to “rest in the shadow of the Almighty!” Stay Strong, Stay Focused…THE BEST IS YET TO BE!