Five Life-Empowering Promises

  Two years ago, I underwent heart surgery and have done well since then.Instead of fear and dread, I was flooded with joy as well as peace—which certainly isn’t a normal reaction to such serious surgery. But knowing Biblical truths about God assured me then, and now, that:

• He is not surprised by any event.
• He sees every detail.
• He gives supernatural courage to wimpy people like me.
• He is faithful to fulfill all His purposes for our lives.

This is true for you, too!In case you’re facing something hard–whether a trial, temptation, or time of confusion and pain, here are five life-empowering promises you and I can count on:

•  Isaiah 42:16 — “I will lead the blind by ways they have not known, along unfamiliar paths I will guide them. I will turn the darkness into light before them and make the rough places smooth.”
• 1 Corinthians 10:13 — “No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it.”
• James 4:7 — “Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.”
• Philippians 4:6-7 — “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
• Romans 8:28 — “And we know that in all things, God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”

Never believe you are alone with no resources to help you–God is there and He is faithful to His word!

 Q: What promise is holding you steady in your current situation?Would you take a moment and share it? Perhaps your verse will be the one God wants someone else to have. Blessings,  Poppy SmithInternational speaker, multi-published author, Bible teacher, and spiritual coachInspiring Women to Thrive!   Permission to use this article is granted provided the following credit is fully included.Poppy Smith is funny, warm, and passionate about helping women grow spiritually and personally so they experience the love and power of Christ in life’s ups and downs. A former teaching leader with Bible Study Fellowship, Poppy has a Masters in Spiritual Formation and ministers extensively as a retreat and conference speaker both in the US and around the world. For more information about Poppy’s heart, her books and ministry, please visit her website at www.poppysmith.com.