I am finding myself in a bad place that is really testing my trust in God for providing for my needs. I am self employed and over the past two years it has been hand to mouth so to speak. The Lord has always provided so that all the bills and expenses and taxes could be met,but this time I am really being stretched badly because there has been very little the last few months to put aside for my estimated taxes which are due on the 15th of this month. (As of the moment I need about $1,500 in the next 5 days) It is wearing me out mentally and emotionally because I am having a really hard time this time. I have no doubt that He can do it,but I know it's my battle with trust,I know He will get me through this but I can't see the answer at the moment.
Struggling with trust
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Sarah, 
I know what that feels like. God showed me that I didn't have enough trust in Him, but... then what to do about it? I didn't think I could make myself trust anyone... not even Him.
So I just asked Him to help me trust Him more. I kept asking, until I had a greater peace about it. And along with that, I gave Him all of my burdens (1 Peter 5:7), and whenever I caught myself worrying, I would pray something in accordance with Philippians 4:6-7.
I did notice more peace pretty much right away, but then a few weeks later, something happened that gave me evidence that I did trust Him more! I was so happy that He had answered my prayer. I also got to thinking... He wouldn't tell us to trust Him with all our hearts, and then leave us without a way to do that, would He?
I'm praying for you, as well.
I know what that feels like. God showed me that I didn't have enough trust in Him, but... then what to do about it? I didn't think I could make myself trust anyone... not even Him.So I just asked Him to help me trust Him more. I kept asking, until I had a greater peace about it. And along with that, I gave Him all of my burdens (1 Peter 5:7), and whenever I caught myself worrying, I would pray something in accordance with Philippians 4:6-7.
I did notice more peace pretty much right away, but then a few weeks later, something happened that gave me evidence that I did trust Him more! I was so happy that He had answered my prayer. I also got to thinking... He wouldn't tell us to trust Him with all our hearts, and then leave us without a way to do that, would He?
I'm praying for you, as well.
Thank you Popclick,
I know what is at the heart of it. It has been really hard for me to get what this means that He is our heavenly father. After dealing with me father and how he was,it has been a very hard concept to grasp. I sometimes think we miss what God really wants from us,it's more than just believing,Jesus tells us we must become like little children,not in the sense of being childish,but coming as a little child in total trust of a loving Father. See I believe that it's more than just believing,it comes down to trusting Him and if we trust Him we will obey Him,love Him and come to know Him because He is good and His ways are perfect,right, and good for us.
I know what is at the heart of it. It has been really hard for me to get what this means that He is our heavenly father. After dealing with me father and how he was,it has been a very hard concept to grasp. I sometimes think we miss what God really wants from us,it's more than just believing,Jesus tells us we must become like little children,not in the sense of being childish,but coming as a little child in total trust of a loving Father. See I believe that it's more than just believing,it comes down to trusting Him and if we trust Him we will obey Him,love Him and come to know Him because He is good and His ways are perfect,right, and good for us.
S
Sarah, I know what that feels like. God showed me that I didn't have enough trust in Him, but... then what to do about it? I didn't think I could make myself trust anyone... not even Him.
So I just asked Him to help me trust Him more. I kept asking, until I had a greater peace about it. And along with that, I gave Him all of my burdens (1 Peter 5:7), and whenever I caught myself worrying, I would pray something in accordance with Philippians 4:6-7.
I did notice more peace pretty much right away, but then a few weeks later, something happened that gave me evidence that I did trust Him more! I was so happy that He had answered my prayer. I also got to thinking... He wouldn't tell us to trust Him with all our hearts, and then leave us without a way to do that, would He?
I'm praying for you, as well.
I know what that feels like. God showed me that I didn't have enough trust in Him, but... then what to do about it? I didn't think I could make myself trust anyone... not even Him.So I just asked Him to help me trust Him more. I kept asking, until I had a greater peace about it. And along with that, I gave Him all of my burdens (1 Peter 5:7), and whenever I caught myself worrying, I would pray something in accordance with Philippians 4:6-7.
I did notice more peace pretty much right away, but then a few weeks later, something happened that gave me evidence that I did trust Him more! I was so happy that He had answered my prayer. I also got to thinking... He wouldn't tell us to trust Him with all our hearts, and then leave us without a way to do that, would He?
I'm praying for you, as well.
You have my prayers as well
I was tight in 2011 and I took a big hit in 2012. I can look at the fact that despite being down as much as I am over the year before and still only being $1,500 down in finishing off paying what the government says that I need to send them and the final two bill payments is a blessing. You yourself should know if your business takes a hit you still need to pay the government what is estimated for taxes from the previous year,otherwise they can fine you and make you pay interest on the penalties.
The Lord gave me the business for multiple reasons,the first is the main one and that was to provide for my needs (He never said it was for me to rich or to provide for my wants),two because of the business I have,I can be primary care giver to my parents,(my father has passed on) I can set it aside at times to take care of her needs. The third is between me and the Lord.
The Lord gave me the business for multiple reasons,the first is the main one and that was to provide for my needs (He never said it was for me to rich or to provide for my wants),two because of the business I have,I can be primary care giver to my parents,(my father has passed on) I can set it aside at times to take care of her needs. The third is between me and the Lord.
S
I believe that we all have issues with trusting God completely, I know that I do every day. It's just hard to comprehend how much he loves us and that we can rely on him completely to meet our every need. He might not do it in the way we want or expect, but he'll be there throughout. That's one thing that I also struggle with is trusting him.
I'll definitely be praying for your financial issues. Everything works out one way or another. You'll look back and realize why it turned out that way one day, just things aren't always clear to us why they happen when they do, but there's a reason for everything happening even if it's beyond what our human minds can comprehend.
Wishing you the best,
Stephen
I'll definitely be praying for your financial issues. Everything works out one way or another. You'll look back and realize why it turned out that way one day, just things aren't always clear to us why they happen when they do, but there's a reason for everything happening even if it's beyond what our human minds can comprehend.
Wishing you the best,
Stephen
Joyce Meyer - Trusting God When You Don't Understand (1/2) - YouTube
Now, I don't normally listen to Joyce Meyer.....Actually I didn't even know she existed until a few days ago, but this is good, so watch it.
I'm also praying for you
Now, I don't normally listen to Joyce Meyer.....Actually I didn't even know she existed until a few days ago, but this is good, so watch it.
I'm also praying for you
The hard part is when I have weeks like this last one. How do I manage things when I only take in $40 for the week. Am I even suppose to be doing this? Why does it have to be this hard for what seems to be a long time? If I am not to be doing this then what kind of job can I even get with a 25 lb weight restriction? And then how I am suppose to take care of my mom if I am gone for a long period of time? I am just so tired of this.
P
Oh, Sarah, that whole post is absolutely heart-wrenching.
But this part I quoted...the story of my life.
I know you know there's going to be an upside to all this
(God causes everything to work together for your good)
but the living through it all is painful.
I am so sorry. ♥
To paraphrase a very young man who is a member here,
'it's not about managing our problems, it's about laying down our own ability to do anything,
and trusting Christ to be our strength' and provision.
And here we are, right back at trust.
How to 'trust in the Lord with all your heart, and don't rely on what you understand'.
(again, paraphrased )
I think that, because God is such a good Father, He takes each of us through it differently,
according to our own 'bent'.
My prayer for you (aside from the obvious needs, and those of your mom)
is that your heart be encouraged in His love for you,
and that He remind you that though we do not escape the troubles of this world,
He does walk us through them. ♥
I love you,
ellie
But this part I quoted...the story of my life.
I know you know there's going to be an upside to all this
(God causes everything to work together for your good)
but the living through it all is painful.
I am so sorry. ♥
To paraphrase a very young man who is a member here,
'it's not about managing our problems, it's about laying down our own ability to do anything,
and trusting Christ to be our strength' and provision.
And here we are, right back at trust.
How to 'trust in the Lord with all your heart, and don't rely on what you understand'.
(again, paraphrased
)I think that, because God is such a good Father, He takes each of us through it differently,
according to our own 'bent'.
My prayer for you (aside from the obvious needs, and those of your mom)
is that your heart be encouraged in His love for you,
and that He remind you that though we do not escape the troubles of this world,
He does walk us through them. ♥
I love you,
ellie
Oh, Sarah, that whole post is absolutely heart-wrenching.
But this part I quoted...the story of my life.
I know you know there's going to be an upside to all this
(God causes everything to work together for your good)
but the living through it all is painful.
I am so sorry. ♥
To paraphrase a very young man who is a member here,
'it's not about managing our problems, it's about laying down our own ability to do anything,
and trusting Christ to be our strength' and provision.
And here we are, right back at trust.
How to 'trust in the Lord with all your heart, and don't rely on what you understand'.
(again, paraphrased )
I think that, because God is such a good Father, He takes each of us through it differently,
according to our own 'bent'.
My prayer for you (aside from the obvious needs, and those of your mom)
is that your heart be encouraged in His love for you,
and that He remind you that though we do not escape the troubles of this world,
He does walk us through them. ♥
I love you,
ellie
But this part I quoted...the story of my life.
I know you know there's going to be an upside to all this
(God causes everything to work together for your good)
but the living through it all is painful.
I am so sorry. ♥
To paraphrase a very young man who is a member here,
'it's not about managing our problems, it's about laying down our own ability to do anything,
and trusting Christ to be our strength' and provision.
And here we are, right back at trust.
How to 'trust in the Lord with all your heart, and don't rely on what you understand'.
(again, paraphrased
)I think that, because God is such a good Father, He takes each of us through it differently,
according to our own 'bent'.
My prayer for you (aside from the obvious needs, and those of your mom)
is that your heart be encouraged in His love for you,
and that He remind you that though we do not escape the troubles of this world,
He does walk us through them. ♥
I love you,
ellie
I know He keeps telling me to be patient,but it's hard with the discouragement. (It doesn't help with having a low grade depression for the past five years) It's hard to do the work I need to get done because I just can't see the upside at the moment. It seems like all the energy is gone and at times like I just want to go to sleep and not wake up. I know He will get me through this but it sure isn't easy.
I love you too.
S
I don't think we are suppose to see the answer honey. I think that is part of his glory and beauty is when you are at your wits end and sitting on the floor knowing that all is just HOPELESS without him and that is usually when everything just works out perfectly. If you are his child and you have asked him into your heart as your personal savior you are so covered and so taken care of that these fears are just the devil saying "hey watch this, lets see how far we can mess with this one" don't buy into that fear sister because you just don't have to. Just say it outloud over and over and over until it takes affect inside of you "I trust you Lord, I don't know whats going on but you do, I trust you Lord" over and over say that. When the devil really starts to throw his crap my way I usually repeat the words "I trust you my Lord" over and over and sure enough......works every single time!
single time!