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Be Encouraged in the Lord

 

1Samuel 30:6 - ……….but David encouraged himself in the LORD his God.  

Do you ever feel discouraged? One way the enemy works to defeat you is through feelings of disheartenment. He knows if he can cause you to doubt God’s goodness, love, timing, or provision, you may become fearful and give up.

So, what do you do when the going gets tough and frustrations, feelings of inferiority, and external pressures attack you? How do you take a stand and resist the enemy? 

First, ask the Lord to strengthen and encourage you for the battle. He is your greatest source of help, so go to His throne of grace often. Likewise, all of God’s greatest saints have had to learn how to withstand heartaches, disappointments, and all kinds of evil. So second, read about their victories in Scripture for insight and hope (Romans 15:4). Third, fill your arsenal. You know the messages the enemy uses to discourage you, so find promises in God’s Word that you can use to fight him (Matthew 4:1-11; Ephesians 6:17). 

You can trust the Lord on all battle fronts because He is faithful. Whatever concerns you concerns him. So trust Him and witness his power in your life.