When we are tired, discouraged, overwhelmed, and willing to give in on our lives, there are times. You might have been praying for a long time and not received a response that you were expecting. You might have done a lot of work but nothing has come out of it. You might be asking yourself if God has forgotten about you. Remember, however, that God has not forgotten you. You aren't finished with your story just because you are weak.
The Bible says in Isaiah 40:31, “But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength.” What a great reminder that waiting on God is never in vain. When your strength is failing, God can give you new strength. As hope dwindles, He can strengthen your hearts. If you are tempted to give up, He can give you the grace to keep going.
Sometimes God lets us go through tough times because He wants us to learn to rely on Him. You don't always know what's happening in the world around you, but you can always trust the One who knows all things. You might be in a pinch now, but that doesn't mean you're defeated.
Do not give up because of temporary circumstances. Problems are not permanent! There may be tears, but there can be joy as well. There may be a time of loss but there can be a time of restoration. Failure is a possibility, but the rising up again is also possible. It is not if you are in a tough season then it is a tough season forever.
Stop and pray when you feel tired. If you're lost, ask for God's guidance. If you are discouraged, remember His promises. It's not necessary to endure everything alone. Share your concerns with God and believe God will equip you for the journey.
Waiting on God isn't a wait-and-see attitude. It's about continuing to trust Him and doing what you do. Keep working. Keep praying. Keep learning. Keep believing. Don't slow down, even if it's slow. Sometimes, the best victories are those that come from just not giving up.
Another verse that reminds us of this is: “Those that wait for the LORD shall mount upon the wings of eagles” (Isaiah 40:31). How pretty of a picture of a revived strength! God can raise you up from what used to make you feel helpless. He will provide you with the courage to face another day and the strength to keep going your journey.
If you are feeling tired today, then don't quit. If things haven't worked out as you had hoped, don't despair. When you are disappointed, don't assume that you have to stop believing in the best days. God is still at work, even when you can't see it.
Weakness is not the end! It is not denial; you are delayed. Your challenging season is not the end of the road. God is refreshing you today.
Stand firm. Pray again. Believe again. Try again. Trust God again. The path could be difficult, but you are not doing it alone.
DON’T GIVE UP. KEEP TRUSTING GOD. YOUR ENERGY WILL BE RESTORED, YOU WILL RISE AGAIN.
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