Not Without Pain But Without Stain

“God, who foresaw your tribulation, has specially armed you to go through it, not without pain but without stain."C.S. Lewis Wow! That's awesome quote and a on time word for some folks. God has armed you to go through but we usually pray, "Lord take this from me" or "Make it go away." As hard as it is we need to pray "Help me go through Lord, help me to endure with a good attitude, joy and patience." Yeah I know, that all sounds funny and you might even be laughing right now, but it's really not impossible. As you continue your walk with God and grow closer to Him and pray through things, you begin to change. The things that once bothered you will no longer have a hold on you and won't bother you as much. People use to tell me that and I never believed them but it's true. Notice I didn't say it will be pain free because it probably will be a painful process but my friend you will go through without stain. You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives. Genesis 50:20

When you go through the sea, I am with you. When you go through rivers, they will not sweep you away. When you walk through fire, you will not be burned, and the flames will not harm you. Isaiah 43:2 Whatever you're going through you're gonna make it to the other side. The waters won't overtake you. You will come out of the fire and you won't even smell like smoke sweet friend. Pray to endure your trials because you are already armed for it because God already knew what was coming. He's not caught off guard. He has a great and mighty plan and purpose for your life, one that the enemy CANNOT derail. Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him. James 1:12 Lord, you know me, you know my heart and You know when I feel weary. I need a fresh touch from you Lord. Help me not to stuff my pain but rather give it to You and run with endurance the race you have set before me. I know because of you I already have victory over the trials in my life, even when it looks like I don't. Lord please give me a extra measure of your love and joy today; give me the strength to endure the trials set before me. Revive, renew, and refresh me. Thank you for never giving up on me and for your everlasting love. In Jesus name, Amen. Big hugs, Nicole💗