Believe

If life is getting you down, there is always hope.  No problem, pain or hurt is beyond the mercy of God.  He is waiting for you with open arms and will respond to your needs with His everlasting love.  All you have to do is take the leap of faith and trust in Him.  He will respond to your prayer in His time.

In October 2010, I wrote a PowerPoint called "Believe" after surgery and stress left me physically and emotionally drained.  During this dark time, I wrote a few phrases in my journal that became "Believe."  It became my lifeline as I slowly recovered and my energy returned.  I still read it every time I face difficulties.

I thought about "Believe" last week when I learned that Junior Seau committed suicide and then there was a horrible murder-suicide in the nearby town of Gilbert, AZ.  I wondered if they felt that their situations were beyond hope.  So, I will share this with you and pray it will inspire you when you face challenges. Just believe and trust in God!

This is my favorite picture of Jesus.

This passage was inspired from reading Catherine Marshall's book .Meeting God At Every Turn.  Before she became a famous writer, she dealt with being a widow at a young age and tuberculosis.  

One way to plant the seeds is through constant intercessory prayer.  Have others pray for you, too.