Isaiah 7:9; "If you do not stand firm in faith, you shall not stand at all."
By REV. FR. PAUL ANIGBORO
How can our faith remain steady when we allow circumstances in our lives to take our eyes off Jesus? Unless we focus on in him, we're weak and vulnerable and easily shaken by the struggles we face. Trust is a choice. Fear tells us to distrust God and trust our own assumptions, which are based on limited evidence. Fear is a feeling, but trust is a decision. God eagerly helps us to make that decision.
If we keep our eyes on Jesus, he gives us divine evidence that contradicts any discouraging evidence. In the Gospel, Jesus uses as evidence, the miracles and mighty deeds of God. In the midst of the frightening, burdensome and frustrating events that spell out bad news, look for evidence that God has been at work, for there you will find good news.
Lord, strengthen my faith as I choose to trust you daily. Amen.
Good morning and do have a wonderful day ahead. God loves you.
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