RESILIENCE!
Beloved congregation,
Today, I am honored to share with you a message of hope and steadfastness, titled "Resilience." "Embrace and hold fast to the expansive vision of victory God granted you. Anticipate favorable changes; bravely proclaim your resilience against darkness's forces."
In our spiritual walk, there are times when we face challenges that seem insurmountable. These are moments that test our faith, our resolve, and our trust in God. But it is in these very moments that God calls us to hold onto the new vision He has given us – a vision of victory and triumph over our circumstances.
God does not promise us a life free from challenges, but He assures us victory over them. This victory comes from our resilience – our ability to stand strong in the face of adversity, rooted in the strength and power that God provides. Ephesians 6:10 encourages us, “Be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power.”
Expecting change in our favor is not mere optimism; it is faith in action. It is believing that God is working all things together for our good, even when our current situation seems contrary to this promise. It is trusting in God’s sovereignty, knowing that He is in control and that His plans for us are for our welfare and not for harm.
Daring to declare our resilience against the forces of darkness is an act of spiritual warfare. It is using the authority given to us in Christ to stand against the enemy’s schemes. It is proclaiming the truth of God’s word over our lives, declaring that we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us.
Furthermore, resilience is not a solitary endeavor. It is nurtured within the community of believers, through mutual encouragement, prayer, and support. As we uplift one another, our collective strength in God is magnified.
In conclusion, I encourage each one of you to embrace the resilience God has instilled in you. Hold onto the vision of victory He has granted, expect changes in your favor, and boldly declare your strength against the darkness. With God as our fortress, we will not just endure; we will triumph.
Amen.