Encourage yourself in the Lord [ December 21,2022 ]
Encourage yourself in the Lord [ December 21,2022 ]
Encourage yourself in the Lord
1 Samuel 30:6
And David was greatly distressed; for the people spake of stoning him, because the soul of all the people was grieved, every man for his son’s and daughters: but David encouraged himself in the Lord his God
After a great victory in Ziglag, David and his men arrive home to find that their families had been captured. They were greatly distressed and wanted to stone David. But in spite of his own distress and the change in his men’s attitude, he encouraged (renewed his faith and strength) in the Lord.
Sometimes, we hear messages on going out to win souls and we are filled with so much zeal to witness. However, the first person we speak to may insult us, another may drive you out of his/her house. Some may ridicule you including your own friends and family.
Do like King David did, encourage yourself in the Lord and continue doing the work of God for you will be rewarded in due time if you do not give up. ( Revelations 22:12)
Romans 8:26
Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit Himself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered.
Whilst performing your duties as an ambassador of Christ, you may come across challenges you might find difficult to resolve.
The verse above says in such times when you do not know what to do or how to pray, the Holy Spirit will intercede on your behalf.
God be with you
How can I apply the word to my life?
1. Pray for God to help you fulfill your calling.
Prayer
Meditate on the words of this song
Rescue the perishing
Duty demands it
Strength for thy labor
The Lord will provide
Plead with them earnestly
Plead with them gently
He will forgive , if they only believe
Rescue the perishing
Care for the dying
Jesus is merciful
Jesus will save
Amen