On Our Side

If God is for us, who can be against us? Romans 8:31

The more I ponder Paul's question above, the more I believe it is a rhetorical question designed to make us realize the foolishness of our thinking.  Often times, the severity of our present circumstances cloud our view of God, and in the process, we are left questioning whether or not He is indeed on our side.

Think about it this way-if God freely gave us his beloved Son, Jesus, while we were still sinners, why would he abandon us now?  The answer is pretty clear-he would never abandon us.

Sometimes, we feel like he has forgotten us, especially when we are overwhelmed by our present circumstances, but God will always remain by our side.

We must treat our doubts about God much like sin.  God's Word repeatedly reminds us that God loves us and his extravagant goodness are always with those who believe.  

On Our Side

If God is for us, who can be against us?  Who can be our foe, if God is on our side?  Romans 8:31

Looking back on my life on this earth, I have wasted a great amount of time and effort being a "people pleaser" and not necessarily following what God has planned for me.  The most striking difference in being a "God pleaser" rather than a "people pleaser" is that we don't have to depend on our own futile human efforts to earn favor with God.

Come to think of it, why does it really matter what people think of us?  (It is easier said than done!) Our weaknesses and inabilities do not matter to God in the least bit.  With God, there is no hidden agenda, no list of talents and abilities that you need, only your availability.  Simply stated, God is looking for people who are willing and able to yield to His lead.

Let God shape who you are, what your perception is and what path you need to take in your relationships and career.  He always keeps His promise and takes care of His people and will never fail to deliver you from adversity!

On Our Side

If God is for us, who can be against us? Romans 8:31

The more I ponder Paul's question above, the more I believe it is a rhetorical question designed to make us realize the foolishness of our thinking.  Often times, the severity of our present circumstances cloud our view of God, and in the process, we are left questioning whether or not He is indeed on our side.

Think about it this way-if God freely gave us his beloved Son, Jesus, while we were still sinners, why would he abandon us now?  The answer is pretty clear-he would never abandon us.

Sometimes, we feel like he has forgotten us, especially when we are overwhelmed by our present circumstances, but God will always remain by our side.

We must treat our doubts about God much like sin.  God's Word repeatedly reminds us that God loves us and his extravagant goodness are always with those who believe.  

On Our Side

If God is for us, who can be against us?  Who can be our foe, if God is on our side?  Romans 8:31

Looking back on my life on this earth, I have wasted a great amount of time and effort being a "people pleaser" and not necessarily following what God has planned for me.  The most striking difference in being a "God pleaser" rather than a "people pleaser" is that we don't have to depend on our own futile human efforts to earn favor with God.

Come to think of it, why does it really matter what people think of us?  (It is easier said than done!) Our weaknesses and inabilities do not matter to God in the least bit.  With God, there is no hidden agenda, no list of talents and abilities that you need, only your availability.  Simply stated, God is looking for people who are willing and able to yield to His lead.

Let God shape who you are, what your perception is and what path you need to take in your relationships and career.  He always keeps His promise and takes care of His people and will never fail to deliver you from adversity!

Fortress Around Your Heart

I will say of the Lord, He is my Refuge and my Fortress, my God; on Him I lean and rely, and in Him I trust!  Psalm 91:2

Too often, we as believers seem to forget that we are ready to face anything with Christ, who infuses inner strength into each one of us.

You see, when we trust God, we don’t have to be afraid of the enemy’s sudden attacks and the unexpected turns that we will inevitably face at some point during our lives.  God is our strong fortress.

No matter what may come against us, we can live with peace of mind knowing that we will never be defeated!