Faith in Difficult Times

We all experience difficulties in life. When these situations occur, it’s easy to question why something is happening. In the moment, sometimes we wonder why God allows certain things to happen, but what we must remember is that God never promised exemption from trials and hardships. We live in a world where the enemy is constantly trying to attack and destroy us, but God promised that He would be with us through it all if we let Him.

It’s during our struggles that God STRENGTHENS us. Isaiah 41:10 says, “Do not fear, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous hand.” God promises us his strength. As his children, we have a right to call upon that strength at any time. Paul said in 2 Corinthians 12:10 “When I am weak, then I am strong.” God reminds us that his grace is always sufficient for us. God reminded me of that scripture before I went through a trying time. He’s such a good father that He will even prepare us for the trials ahead.

It’s during our struggles that God HEALS us. Jeremiah 33:6 says, “Behold, I will bring it health and healing; I will heal them and reveal to them the abundance of peace and truth.” There are so many examples of healing in the Bible, like the woman with the blood issue. She spent all her money on physicians, and no one could cure her. At the time, Jesus was surrounded by a crowd of people, undoubtedly many people touching Him, yet when she touched the hem of His garment, He felt the power flow out. Why? Because she had faith.

We all need healing at some point in our lives, and God wants to heal us. It may not happen exactly when we want, but if He said it, He will do it. He healed my body and my mind in a supernatural way. God told me He was healing my back, and He did. When I broke my thumb, I had faith God would heal it, and He did. No surgery needed. The Specialist couldn’t believe it was ever broken, though the x-rays showed otherwise. Once I was physically healed, God said He was healing me mentally, and He did. I no longer need anti-depressants. All it took was me having a little faith.

God provides PEACE. John 14:27 says, “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled, and do not be afraid.” No matter what situation we face, even when all seems hopeless, our hope is in Him. He will give us a peace beyond all understanding.

God LIGHTENS OUR BURDENS. Matthew 11:28-30 says, “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” When we stop trying to do everything in our own flesh and walk in the Spirit, we can lean on God to carry our burdens. When we feel overwhelmed, angry, sad, or anxious, we can call on God to help us, and he will.