Ever felt like you've had enough? Ever been told, "Don't worry, God will never give you more than you can handle?" Hmm. Sounds all too familiar to me. I've definitely felt like I'm on a roller coaster ride. However, it's just everyday life. A journey. An unexpected journey. You never know what's around the next corner.
I've been thinking recently how overwhelming it is for me to think back in my life and remember His constant faithfulness and guidance. I am overwhelmed by His Love for me. I am overjoyed at the multiple chances of life I've been given. I am grateful for the people and places He's brought into my life. Some days I feel waves of gratitude and some days I feel nauseous. Life is a roller coaster ride. It has so many ups and downs and twists. It sometimes takes you upside down and holds you there for a couple seconds. Just like this ride I went on this past summer. :) Satan hopes you'll fall or begin to doubt. God hopes you'll hang on a little tighter and trust Him.
Life is not easy, however, Jesus never called us to a life of easy. He called us to a life with Him. A life where we can fully be in His presence and seek Him to guide and help us along the tricky turning points and unexpected detours. I have been studying the Armor of God and have enjoyed gaining new insights about how we need to be alert, active, and strategic as our enemy is powerful and on the prowl. I've definitely felt the darkness of the enemy's prowling recently. The devil can keep attacking, however, I know who stands beside me. Whom shall I fear?
I'm learning to enjoy this journey. Even through the upside down holding in place moments. Enjoy the ride! Enjoy being held upside down for a little while.While you're upside down: PRAY. Prayer is a powerful weapon. Stand firm in the Lord. He is your strength. He is enough for You. He never fails us. He never lets us down. He will never let us walk this life alone. He is in charge of that roller coaster. Trust Him.
It has taken me many years to fully believe that He knows best. Time and time again He reminds us or gives us a wake up call to help jog our memory about who is in control. When life hits you harder than words can express- Trust Him. When life hits you so hard all you have left are floods of tears...... Know that Jesus is there. Through it all. Every time - Jesus is there.
Thank you Jesus for being the Guide. Satan can try to destroy us. Satan can attempt his plan, however, I know who the battle already belongs to. It has already been WON. Praise the Lord!! Don't be anxious about the roller coaster that life brings us. Scream out in a bold voice: "Bring it on roller coaster!"
