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<\/a>Some of our friends and neighbors however are still struggling with the loss of homes and possessions. What seem to be small things to many of us are overwhelming to someone who is still displaced because of the torrential waters. When excitement for holidays fills my heart, some of my friends are battling dispiritedness.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
I reacquainted myself with a Bible I received 15 years ago. It\u2019s Max Lucado\u2019s Inspirational Bible and I recall the treasures I found tucked between Scripture. I want to share one small portion today that is titled, \u201cVictory\u201d and I pray that perhaps someone will find peace in their crazy day because of Mr. Lucado\u2019s words.<\/p>\n
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\u201cSometimes life doesn\u2019t seem fair, does it? Have you ever wondered why good people have to hurt? Why the innocent suffer? Often it seems that those who have been most battered by life seem to understand Jesus best, and his assurance finds its way into the darkest corners of life, because regardless of our circumstances, God meets our needs. By surrendering to him, the ultimate victory is ours.<\/p>\n
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\u201cWhat is unique about the kingdom of God is that you are assured of victory. You have won! You are assured that you will someday stand before the face of God and see the King of kings. You are assured that someday you will enter a world where there will be no more pain, no more tears, no more sorrow.<\/p>\n
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\u201cIf you have no faith in the future, then you have no power in the present. If you have no faith in the life beyond this life, then your present life is going to be powerless. But if you believe in the future and area assured of victory, then there should be a dance in your step and a smile on your face.\u201d[i]<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Perhaps today you feel defeated. If so, please know that there is hope. There is peace. There is security. There is victory. And you can find all these in God.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Proverbs 18:10 (NIV) assures us \u201cThe name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.\u201d<\/i> Don\u2019t mosey on over to God. Run to Him! Lean upon Him. Share your burdens with Him. Allow Him to be your strength when you can\u2019t go on. Call upon the Name of the Lord. He will hear you.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n I believe Jesus said it best in John 16:33 (NIV). \u201cIn this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.\u201d <\/i>We don\u2019t need to battle this old world. Jesus has already fought the battle and won. Let\u2019s not allow the evil one to drag us into the arena. Jesus is victorious!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n I pray that as you face your day you will come to Jesus and lean upon His promises. Stand firm in His victory. Use His power. Find security in Him. And just maybe, there will be a dance in your step and a smile on your face.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Grace and peace be yours in abundance,<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Donna<\/p>\n <\/p>\n