Days of Pressure, Trials and Testing

  The last several weeks have been some of the toughest of my life. Everything in my life seems to be a source of pressure and trial. People, circumstances, and things that I have always counted on have become a source of insecurity and stress. I find myself in all things cast upon the Lord. In my head I know that is not a bad place to be, however, my emotions are not quite as sure. Anxiety and worry creep into my consciousness at will and I am forced to make a deliberate decision to trust and not be afraid. With the Lord's help, I am seeking to be obedient to His command and to cast all of my cares upon Hom. I am claiming His promises, His presence and  His power. I am determined to walk by faith and not by sight. I know that He is involved in the details of my life and that He is working out His plan for my good and His glory. That is all that I want to want, even though it is quite uncomfortable just now. What time I am afraid, I will trust in you." (Psalm 56:3) I will trust in you and not be afraid." (Isaiah 12:2) You have promised never to leave me nor forsake me, (Heb 13:5b) and, that You are working all things together for good according to your purpose of conforming me to the image of your Son." (Romans 8:28-29) Thy will be done and not mine.