Why don't we give up?

Why would you want to give up? I know that everyone goes through struggles in their life, and some seem to think that because we are Christians, and we have an all powerful God, that we aren’t going to encounter struggles.  In all reality, the Christian life was never promised as an easy way to live… Instead Apostle Paul constantly reminds us that we must have a purpose and a plan, because times will be difficult and Satan will attack our weaknesses. We never persevere without the promise of a prize, a promise that God will keep.

1 Corinthians 10:12-13

“So, if you think you are standing firm be careful that you don’t fall! No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it.”

God is telling us right here that you will be tempted. Satan will find and try to use our weaknesses against us, so we will fall. He is also saying, “I am here so when you feel like you are falling remember that I will provide a way for you to stand up under it, so come to me, lay your burned at my feet!”

I have encountered plenty of struggles in my own life, probably just like you. One thing that I have set my mind on is; I wouldn’t change anything, not one thing, that I went through in my life. If I had not gone through those situations, I would not be the person I am. It was not easy by no means, and some things were harder than others, but I’m a fighter. With God’s help he shaped me and formed me to be the person I am today. Who am I you might wonder? A woman after God’s own heart! What are you struggling with? As you reflect on your struggle… hold true to God’s word and don’t give up! I am praying for you!