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Read: 1 Cor 10:13
No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it. 1 Corinthians 10:13 NIV
What makes it hard for us to respond to God's calling?
1. Distractions
- Why is it hard to accept?"Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. The LORD, the LORD himself, is my strength and my defense; he has become my salvation." Isaiah 12:2 NIV
- Why is it hard to understand?
"My son, pay attention to what I say; turn your ear to my words. Do not let them out of your sight, keep them within your heart; for they are life to those who find them and health to one's whole body." Proverbs 4:20-22 NIV
- Why is it hard to do?
"Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you." Deuteronomy 31:6 NIV
2. Doubts
- Can I do this?- Should I still go on with this?
- What is the truth?
"Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." John 8:32 NIV
-What is the purpose of this long suffering?
"Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope." Romans 5:3-4 NIV
What do I gain from believing?
-Sometimes, losing is gaining.
"For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain." Philippians 1:21 NIV
"Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see." Hebrews 11:1
"Make prayer your habit and let miracles be your lifestyle, because we know that God alone can do the miracles."
"I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world."John 16:33 NIV
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