Power To Overcome

Good Morning!! We all have disappointments in life. Many of us have experienced unfair treatment by someone, the loss of a job or business, or even the traumatic death of someone we love. Some have experienced a serious personal illness or injury. Many godly heroes have had setbacks, handicaps or poor family dynamics. Numerous people in history could easily have settled for being a victim, but chose not to.

The Lord is my strength and my defense; He has become my salvation. He is my God, and I will praise Him, my father’s God, and I will exalt Him.—Exodus 15:2 (NIV)
One such godly hero of the Bible, was Gideon. He was called by God when Israel was suffering from the oppressive rule of the Midianites. An angel appeared to Gideon,...declaring, "The Lord is with you." Gideon saw his family as being the weakest in their tribe, and himself as the least of his family. But when the Lord declared him a mighty warrior, Gideon made a choice. He chose to be a victor, not a victim. Following God's instructions, he became a mighty leader and eventually ruled as judge. (Judges 6-7)

In every difficult circumstance we face, there is a simple choice.
We can choose to be a victim, never overcoming and moving on with our lives,...or we can trust God to show us the way to victory.

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Father, we thank You that we have a choice. We don't have to be a victim in any situation,...if we trust You for victory. Help us remember that even when we go through difficult situations, You are with us, and will help us find the victory. We don't have to be victims,...with Your help, we can become victors,...and move on with our lives, stronger. In Jesus' name, Amen.

" When we affirm actions and attitudes, we reap more of them.
Wise people know to reward the behavior they want to see more of."