Thursday, February 23, 2012

A Borrowed Facebook Status

"Prayer is not about a duty; it is about a relationship. When we neglect to pray, we should not feel guilty; we should feel lonely."

Sunday, February 12, 2012

Our Thinking, His Promise

It's impossible.
All things are possible.  (Luke 18:27)

I'm too tired.
I will give you rest. (Matthew 11:28-30)

Nobody really loves me.
I love you.  (John 3:16)

I can't go on.
My grace is sufficient. (II Corinthians 12:9)

I can't figure things out.
I will direct your steps. (Proverbs 20:24)

I can't do it.
You can do all things. (Philippians 4:13)

I'm not able.
I am able. (II Corinthians 9:8)

It's not worth it.
It will be worth it. (Romans 8:28)

I can't forgive myself.
I forgive you. (I John 1:9, Romans 8:1)

I can't manage.
I will supply all your need. (Philippians 4:18)

I'm afraid.
I have not given you a spirit of fear. (II Timothy 1:7)

I'm worried and frustrated.
Cast all your care upon me. (I Peter 5:7)

I'm not smart enough.
I've given you wisdom. (I Corinthians 1:30)

I feel so alone.
I will never leave you or forsake you. (Hebrews 13:5)

I've had these written in the back of my Bible since I was in high school.  They are an encouragement to me.  I hope they will be to you as well.