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What to Do When God Says No: A Lesson from Habakkuk

Are Good Works Necessary for Salvation?

Are Our Physical Bodies Sinful? Rethinking the Traditional Christian Views on Body Image (ft. Sammy Porter)

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Habakkuk’s story is an interesting one. He praye

Habakkuk’s story is an interesting one. He prayed to the Lord for an end to the idolatry and godlessness in his nation, and that his people would turn back to God. Interestingly enough, God says “no.” Instead, he’d do the opposite of what Habakkuk expected. He’d allow his people to be taken into captivity.

Habakkuk still couldn’t understand but I love his response. Rather than taking things into his own hands or settling in despair, he went back to the Lord.

When you cannot understand God’s ways, don’t turn to your own wisdom. Continue to seek the Lord.

Finally, God answered Habakkuk and even though his response wasn’t exactly what Habakkuk wanted to hear, it was an answer filled with hope. Even though he could expect more turmoil and pain, eventually things would get better. So, still in the middle of his difficult situation and seeing how much his people lacked, he simply said, “Yet, I will rejoice.”

He could rejoice because he knew God to be good. He knew that God would never leave or abandon him no matter how bad things got.

Maybe you’re wrestling with a “no” or a “wait” from God and you don’t know what to do. I encourage you to turn to the Lord. Your answer will not come from within or from any other source, it will only come from the Lord. Remember, that while you’re waiting, God is with you.

For more on this, read our latest article on the blog!

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I know this isn’t what you want to hear but I ha

I know this isn’t what you want to hear but I have to be honest with you.

God’s answer to your prayer may not come when you want it to and it may not even be what you were looking for.

It might seem slow but wait for it.

God’s word to Habakkuk took many years to be fulfilled.

If God’s answer to Habakkuk took hundreds of years to come to pass, God’s answer to you might take some time as well.

I know you don’t want to hear this but you might have to walk through more trials. The middle can get a bit messy. There might be more pain.

But here’s where you can have hope:

God won’t ever leave you. He’s with you and the Holy Spirit comforts you as you walk through this.

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It is painful to hear a “no” from God in respo

It is painful to hear a “no” from God in response to a well-meaning prayer. When you’ve asked for the healing of a friend, financial support in a time of difficulty, or the restoration of your family and God says “no,” it can be devastating. But I want you to know that you do not have to be devastated. There is hope even when you cannot see what God is doing. He has not left you and he cares deeply about your situation.

Here’s what you do when God says “no” and you can’t understand why: wait and listen because God will speak. He may not tell you what you want to hear and his answer may take some time to come but he will speak.

Life can be hard but God is faithful. His promises are certain — even if they seem slow.

As you’re waiting for his direction, remember what you know to be true about God. Cling to your stories of God’s goodness and faithfulness. Write them down, talk about them with friends, recite them when it feels like your back is against the wall.

Pay attention when he answers. Even if his response is not what you want to hear, submit to his sovereignty.

I know this is not easy but don’t forget to rejoice. Rejoicing likely will not change your present circumstance but it will change you. Rejoice when you are tempted to despair.

God is with you in the middle of this and he’s supplying you with the strength you need to endure. It won’t last forever. Whether in this life or in the next, God will fulfill his promise to you.

If you’re struggling with a “no” or a “wait” from God, I highly encourage you to head to the blog and read our latest article. ❤️

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🛑 When was the last time you stopped to think a

🛑 When was the last time you stopped to think about your salvation? 🤔

This week, we published an article addressing whether or not good works are necessary for salvation. It’s important to know the truth about our salvation. In fact, it’s so important that the Apostle Paul wrote a passionate letter to the Galatian Christians because he believed that they were in jeopardy of falling away to a false gospel.

If you haven’t read that article yet, I highly recommend doing so. And please be sure to share your thoughts!

But in the meantime, swipe for five important things every Christian should know about their salvation! ➡️

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The Character of God - Exodus 34:5-7 Reflection. H

The Character of God - Exodus 34:5-7 Reflection. How can a better understanding of God’s character help us when approaching him in repentance? This week, a lot of you shared that repentance feels “icky” or uncomfortable. Many of you associate repentance with condemnation or being judged. But this isn’t the case.

I wanted to share a video quickly reflecting on God’s character as described in Exodus 34:5-7.

Interestingly enough, God reveals his character here after the nation of Israel committed a grave sin.

The words that God tells Moses may seem shocking to you if you’ve been raised or conditioned to think of God as harsh and vengeful.

I encourage you to take a moment to listen and of course, please share with anyone who could use this information!

#christianwomensministry #christianwomenonline #christianwomenleaders #christianwomencommunity #christianwomenofcolor #christianwomenwriters #christianbloggers #shewritestruth #womenintheword #soulscripts #lampandlight #shereadstruth #faithblogger #daughteroftheking #propelwomen #gritandvirtue #bedeeplyrooted #givemejesus #wellwateredwomen #graceupongrace #soworthloving #christiancreative #womenonamission #christianliving #christianwomen #womenofGod #godlywomen #christiangirls How can a better understanding of God’s character help us when approaching him in repentance? This week, a lot of you shared that repentance feels “icky” or uncomfortable. Many of you associate repentance with condemnation or being judged. But this isn’t the case.

I wanted to share a video quickly reflecting on God’s character as described in Exodus 34:5-7.

Interestingly enough, God reveals his character here after the nation of Israel committed a grave sin.

The words that God tells Moses may seem shocking to you if you’ve been raised or conditioned to think of God as harsh and vengeful.

I encourage you to take a moment to listen and of course, please share with anyone who could use this information!

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I wrote about repentance on the blog this week. We

I wrote about repentance on the blog this week. We don’t like to talk about this too much but it’s necessary. I think the reason why we avoid repentance is because we fear condemnation. Ironically enough, repentance does not bring condemnation, but life.

Repentance involves recognizing that you’re guilty, in need of a savior, and that Christ is that Savior.

This is why Jesus sat and ate with sinners during his ministry. He knew that even the most sinful person would be transformed in his presence.

When God revealed himself to Moses, he proclaimed that he is “merciful and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness…”

This does not mean God isn’t grieved when we sin. But it does mean that God is not a tyrant ready to condemn the guilty. Instead, his heart is to show mercy.

Psalm 51:17 tells us that God does not despise a broken and humble heart.

So don’t avoid repentance. We sin daily so we need to repent daily.

Ask God to show you the things in your heart that require repentance. Needing to repent doesn’t make you any less of a Christian. In fact, recognizing the need to repent indicates that you are drawing closer to Christ. The closer we get in his presence, the more we notice the weight of our sin.

So sit with Jesus today and every day.

Remember, that he came to call sinners and make them righteous, not to entertain those who think they’re already righteous.

Link in bio to read the article!

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Maybe you feel like you’re too far gone or that

Maybe you feel like you’re too far gone or that you aren’t worthy enough of coming before God.

The honest truth? None of us are worthy to come before God’s throne on our own. But Jesus makes a way for us.

We don’t have to approach God fearfully as the Israelites did in the Old Testament.

Instead, we approach God boldly through Christ. We have confidence to enter into the presence of God.

We have full assurance through Christ. We have been washed in his blood.

Are you grateful for this? 🙌💛

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