PSALM 138:7 (TCEB)
When I come face to face with trouble, you give me the strength I need.
JOHN 16:33 (TCEB)
In this world, there’s trouble. But take courage in this one fact. I have conquered the world.
THE ESSENCE
Because Jesus has asserted his authority over the world system, we don't have to worry that the troubles of the world will defeat us.
DAILY FODDER
Notice that "troubles" are a given, even for the most committed disciples. But because Jesus has conquered sin and death we don’t need to worry about these things conquering us and sucking the new life of Christ out of us.
PRAYER
Mighty God, nothing and no one can stand up to you. Through Christ, you've already won the decisive battle. Forgive us for allowing the out of control behvior of the defeated forces of the world to rattle us. Grant me an eternal perspective and Spirit-infused courage to stand courageously. I'm confident that because of Jesus none of the troubles I face has the power to take me down. Amen.
Our Father in Heaven,
we hold your name in the highest regard.
Please come and establish your reign here on earth
so that everything that happens here will align
with what is happening in heaven.
and we’ll forgive those who have wronged us.
Shield us from the trials and temptations that come our way.
Lastly, we pray that you will protect us from all forms of evil. Amen.
