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Date: May 24, 2010
This word is submitted by Teresa Seputis [ts@godspeak.net]
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In Seasons Of Struggle
Child of Mine, do not be surprised when you encounter struggles,
difficulty or hardship in your life--for I use these things to help
you grow and mature. Struggle is a part of living and growing--all
living things go through that, including you.
Child, I love you dearly and I am committed to taking good care of
you. But I promise you that, at times, you will have struggles in
your life. Do not be surprised when they come. Remember what My Son
said: "In this world, you will have tribulation. But be of good
cheer, for I have overcome the world."*
Dear one, you must understand that I want to see you grow up and
mature. I want to see you molded into My image, and I want to see you
develop My character in your life. That means you must go through a
growth process. You must face difficulties and trials, for they help
you to mature. I want you to learn to be victorious and to overcome
in the midst of these struggles. I want you to learn how to solve
problems in Me--and you can't do that if you don't face any. I want
you to learn how to lean on My Spirit for His leading and support. I
want your faith to grow and to become perfected. That is why I allow
these things in your life.
So do not mistake a season of growth for a season of My displeasure.
Do not assume that I have lifted My hand of protection off of you and
do not assume that I am far from you. Child of Mine, I am with you
always and in all things. Trust Me and follow Me, and I will lead you
on to victory.
* John 16:33