Day 8: You are Stronger

Reading: Proverbs 1:8-19

There are so many appealing things in this world that just lure us into temptation. Since it seems like everyone is on that bandwagon, we may think that's where we belong too. Proverbs just screams at us to stay away from the enticements of this world. For a time, these things may provide a rush and sense of excitement in our lives, but in the long run we will be left in shambles. These things ruin and destroy lives. Why would anyone with sense go along with them? No temptation is too hard for God to take away. Allow Him to pull you through and away from those things in this world hat lure you to danger and a rough road ahead.


Reading: Matthew 6:25-7:23

These are some pretty hefty instructions from Jesus. We need to get the mindset though, that God is in control and nothing is impossible with Him. Why worry? God already knows what we need. Why judge? When we judge others, the same scale of judgement is used on us. Why ask God for our needs? Because He cares deeply for us, and knows us better than our parents! Why listen and heed His commands? Because only through Him will we get to heaven. The road is narrow, but God works through even the most seemingly impossible things that come into our lives. There's a reason Jesus spoke these words during His sermon on the mount. He knows what His Father in heaven can handle. It is way more than what we give Him credit and allowance to do for us in our lives.


Reading: Genesis 17:1-18:33

The part of Abraham's story is truly a testimony to the endless possibilities of what God can do in our lives. Even though both Abraham and Sarah are very old, God promises a son to them is Abraham upholds the covenant that is made between he and God. Though Abraham and Sarah both find this impossible to believe, Abraham strives to keep his end of the deal. God questions why Sarah laughs at His promise, asking if anything is ever too hard for Him. How many times in our lives do we laugh at the possibilities of God? When we doubt His power, we question His abilities. This story is very comforting to those of you who are going through tough stuff. Maybe you're facing the news of never being able to have children, much like Abraham and Sarah did. Perhaps you question how God can really use you in mighty ways. Don't give up asking God for provision in your life. He will provide, and He'll show you what you can do and what He has done.


Record what God has done in your life and give Him thanks. Remembering what He has done for you is true testimony to what He can do.