I find it trivial and funny how God loves to use small things to move me closer to Him. This little insignificant piece of laminated plastic with words on it has reminded me time and time again of what God thinks of my situation and what He would answer me. What is it you ask that has me thinking so much about God? A bookmark. What is written on it? God's Answer chart.
This little bookmark I find has helped me not only find my page in books I read but also to realign my thoughts on God when I stray away. It's funny how the simplest things can hit hard when you are open to God using them. This little bookmark has a chart on it with biblical responses to what we often tell ourselves. The one that spoke to me the most was "You can do all things"(Philippians 4:13) in response to my "I can't do it" when I think the life of following Christ is too hard. See for yourself below. Which one speaks to you where you are at right now?
J.M.Scallan
“Beloved Friends, we may well continue to praise God, for our God continues to give us causes for praise!” - Charles Haddon Spurgeon
This little bookmark I find has helped me not only find my page in books I read but also to realign my thoughts on God when I stray away. It's funny how the simplest things can hit hard when you are open to God using them. This little bookmark has a chart on it with biblical responses to what we often tell ourselves. The one that spoke to me the most was "You can do all things"(Philippians 4:13) in response to my "I can't do it" when I think the life of following Christ is too hard. See for yourself below. Which one speaks to you where you are at right now?
J.M.Scallan
“Beloved Friends, we may well continue to praise God, for our God continues to give us causes for praise!” - Charles Haddon Spurgeon
God's Answer Chart
You say:It's Impossible. I'm too tired. Nobody loves me. I can't figure this out. I can't go on. I can't do it. I'm not able. It's not worth it. I can't forgive myself. I can't manage. I'm afraid. I'm worried. I'm not smart. I'm depressed. I'm confused. I am weak. I am weary. I have no peace. I am in trouble. I'm brokenhearted. I can't find you. I am sinful. I am anxious. I need counsel. I am tempted. | God says:All things are possible. I will give you rest. I love you. I will direct you. My grace is sufficient. You can do all things. I am able. It will be worth it. I forgive you. I'll supply all your needs. I've not given you fear. Cast all your cares on Me. I will give you wisdom. I am your stronghold. I will guide you into truth. I am mighty. Do not give up. I will guard your heart. I will deliver you. I will heal you. Seek with all your heart. Sin will not master you. Give me your anxiety. I will instruct you. Resist the devil. | Verses:Luke 18:27 Matthew 22:28-30 John 3:16 Prov 3:5-6 2 Cor 12:9 Philippians 4:13 2 Corrinthians 9:8 Rom 8:28 1 John 1:9 Philipians 4:19 1 Timothy 1:7 1 Peter 5:7 1 Corinthians 1:30 Psalm 27:1 John 16:13 Zeph 3:17 Gal 6:9 Philippians 4:7 Psalm 50:15 Psalm 147:3 Jeremiah 29:13 Romans 6:14 1 Peter 5:7 Psalm 16:7 James 4:7-8 |