are you feeling discouraged?

Discouraged? Shutting out God? Is your discouragement casting a shadow on others? Despite the fact that people have repeatedly abandoned God, he will not abandon them or his promises to them. He will be faithful. In fact, God is planning and preparing a bright future for them. No matter how deep our own personal gloom may seem, God does have plans for us. He will keep his promises to us. He will deliver and bless us. We can have a vibrant hope and a bright future because of his faithfulness and our trust in his Son, Jesus, who delivers us from every foe.

Give me faith, O Lord, during the times I'm weary, discouraged, and beaten down. Inspire me to trust in your great promises. Please give me courage, O Lord, when my faith wavers... when I don't understand the why's. Help me obey your word no matter how challenging it may seem or how discouraged I feel. Thank you for giving me a bright future in Jesus. Please help me live more consciously aware of this great gift. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.