Do you ever feel like you are going in circles? No matter how hard you try to implement a change, you continue the same trek around the barn? Again?
Let me assure you this is a normal, even human, experience. I believe all of us would raise our hand in agreement when asked if that sounds familiar. Even more so in these early weeks of a new year when so many are evaluating progress, or lack thereof, on certain goals that were contemplated, prayed over, and set in partnership with the Lord less than a month ago!
But you, Lord, are a compassionate and gracious God,
slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness.
Psalm 86:15
God knows your humanity and is not discouraged by it! He is compassionate toward you – a loving Father. He is full of love and faithfulness toward YOU.
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The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave nor forsake you.
Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.
Deuteronomy 31:8
In fact, if you are taking another trek around the barn, our God is taking the trip with you! He never leaves you alone to be afraid or discouraged.
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…being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you
will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.
Philippians 1:6
Our God is faithful and ever-watchful over you. He does not leave His work unfinished or His promises unfulfilled.
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You are blessed when you stay on course, walking steadily on the road revealed by God.
You’re blessed when you follow his directions, doing your best to find him.
Psalm 119:1-2
In fact, He delights in blessing you for simply being obedient and doing your best.
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“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord,
“plans to prosper you and not harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
Jeremiah 29:11
When your desires align with His, your future is bright!
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Let us not become weary in doing Good,
for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.
Galatians 6:9
So don’t give up! Stay strong in your efforts because your harvest is promised!
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The Lord appeared to us in the past, saying:
“I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with unfailing kindness.”
Jeremiah 31:3
His love for you is everlasting, never-ending, always flowing. He has already decided to love you – you don’t have to convince Him. Our God Most High dances over you with great joy and sings over you with deep love.
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Trips around the barn can look differently each time. They can be tough with knee-deep snow, messy with sticky mud or even beautiful with gently waving grasses all around. Each trip has its own lesson. But each trip always has the same two travelers – you and the Lord. He has promised to walk with you around that barn as many times as it takes, and the best part is that He doesn’t mind at all. As you tromp that familiar path, He sees the opportunity to capture your undivided attention. The Lord is eager to spend time with you; sharing His love, giving His grace, and whispering over and over again…
You are adored.
You Are Adored 