Monday, October 20, 2008

Do not be discouraged…

This week, as I began to read chapter 7 of The Story, what kept jumping out at me is when the LORD told Joshua “Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified, do not be discouraged…” Joshua 1:9

As I read that verse, many of you came to mind.

It made me think of those of you who are caregivers… “Be strong…”

It made me think of those of you who are walking along side loved ones who are battling disease… “Be courageous…”

It made me think of those of you facing unemployment… “Do not be discouraged…”

It made me think of those of you who struggle with addictions, or the addictions of family member. “Do not be terrified…’

It made me think of those of you living in difficult family situations, or single parenting. “Do not be discouraged…’

Many of you are facing what seems to be insurmountable obstacle and challenges in life. Take heart…The Lord finishes this verse with a promise…

“For the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.”

Amen….. Thank you LORD for that promise…


Pastor Laurie

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

Thanks, Laurie, for your encouragement and constant care for our RCC family.