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[walkswithmyfather]

“IF YOU SAW THE SIZE OF THE BLESSING COMING, YOU WOULD UNDERSTAND THE MAGNITUDE OF THE BATTLE YOU ARE FIGHTING.”

“When we are in the battle it is hard to believe that it will ever come to an end. When we are in a period of blessing we sometimes expect it will go on forever. But life is not like that. There are battles and blessings. Rick Warren says that he used to think that the Christian life was a succession of battles and blessings, whereas now he thinks of life as being on two tracks. At any given moment in life there are usually blessings, but also battles to face. He gives the example of the huge blessing that came to him through the publication of The Purpose Driven Life, which became the fastest-selling Christian book of all time. It gave him enormous influence. But at the same time he found out that his wife, Kay, had cancer. On one track of his life there was great blessing; on the other track there was a massive battle to face.

Life is not just a matter of defensively seeing off the attacks; there are also positive advances to make. Jesus was on a mission. He began to build his team for that mission calling his first disciples: ‘Jesus said to them, “Come with me. I’ll make a new kind of fisherman out of you. I’ll show you how to catch men and women...” They... dropped their nets and followed’ (vv.19–20, MSG). These were exciting times. The beginning of the ministry of Jesus was a period of great blessing.

Lord, help me to follow the example of Jesus in battle and blessing. May I learn your word so I can respond to temptation and be courageous in proclaiming the message of Jesus.”

Excerpt from: “Battles and Blessings” by Nicky Gumbel. (The whole Web article is at the link below.)

Jesus Himself was tested in the wilderness, immediately after He received the blessing of baptism and the Spirit descending on Him “like a dove.” (Mark 1:10‭-‬11) The Bible doesn't say ALL of what those tests were, but that Jesus was led (some translations say “forced out”) into the wilderness by the Holy Spirit and tempted “to do evil” by Satan (Mk 1:9‭-‬13, Matt 4:1‭-‬11) for FORTY DAYS! The enemy probably didn't hold back because Jesus was the Son of God - quite the opposite one would imagine. The enemy probably relished the opportunity to torture Jesus any opportunity he got. So Jesus knows what we go through. But after the battle of temptation and the Cross, Jesus now has the ultimate blessing of triumphantly “being seated at Gods right hand!” (Many verses on that here.)

Friend, if you are in a BIG BATTLE right now, an EVEN BIGGER BLESSING from God is in its way! Amen! 🙌

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[csmartin91]

Happy Sabbath! I hope you have had a wonderful week! I just want to encourage you to remember that each day is a gift from God and to always rejoice in it. Tomorrow is never promised. We are all going through rough times, all to varying degrees. But, it is written in James to count it all joy when you fall into various trials! It doesn’t say some or a couple of trials, but all. Find joy in each day and in each trial. And always look to God for comfort and guidance. He will never leave you or forsake you! #sabbathsaturday #sabbath #shabbat #shalom #shabatshalom #affirmationscoffee #rest #dayofrest #sabbathday #timewithGod #countitalljoy #joy #rejoice #trial #tribulation #God #Christ #bible #scripture #Christianbusiness #entrepreneur #startup #smallbusiness #smallbiz #business #foodforthought #wisdom #perspective #affirmations #affirmation https://www.instagram.com/p/CNyOPWzJwrq/?igshid=1e94vz94c9iy4

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[ramyeonupdates]

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[bearerofmen]

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[emersonarmanii]

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[leephd]

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[troubledontlast1]

You will be tested by major changes, by delayed promises, by unanswered prayers, by undeserved criticism, and even by senseless tragedies. But know all things work together for good. #rockbottom Your lowest points can catapult you to your biggest spiritual growth. When you hit rock bottom, that's when you should meet "THE ROCK". Hold on to Jesus. #hardtimes 2 My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; 3 Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience. 4 But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing.- James 1:2-4 #hardtime When it feels like God has deserted you in your lowest moment, most likely he’s actually doing the most powerful work you could ever imagine in the deep parts of your soul. #trials 12 Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him.- James 1:12 #trial 🔥Subscribe to my YouTube channel and podcast,👉🏾"Uplift Past Crossroads"👈🏾🔥 Befriend me on Facebook/LinkedIn = Sean Christopher Jenkins 🔥Follow👉🏾@troubledontlast 👈🏾IG/Twitter/Snap for more🔥 Turn on Post Notification - Like - Comment - Share - Save ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ . . Follow my other Instagram accounts: Subscribe to YouTube(in bio)👉🏾@my_daily_bible👈🏾 Subscribe to podcast(in bio)👉🏾@upliftpastcrossroads👈🏾 YouTube👉🏾@upliftwithdrj👈🏾 Fashion👉🏾@glamourmeetsgq👈🏾 . . 👤 Tag a friend who would like this page ⬇️ ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ #tribulation #tribulations #trialsandtribulations #difficultimes #difficulttime #difficulty #godismyrock #jesusismyrock #beingtested #test #tests #challenges #pain #problems #countitalljoy #letpatiencehaveherperfectwork #letpatiencehaveitsperfectwork #godwilltakecareofyou #godwillmakeaway #godwillmakeawaywhenthereseemstobenoway #godofmiracles #godoftheimpossible #growinginfaith #growinfaith #maturinginchrist (at Nashville, Tennessee) https://www.instagram.com/p/CWMYU_YlMc9/?utm_medium=tumblr

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[coolbaescosmix]

Always holding space for gratitude

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[walkswithmyfather]

“I have told you these things, so that in Me you may have [perfect] peace. In the world you have tribulation and distress and suffering, but be courageous [be confident, be undaunted, be filled with joy]; I have overcome the world.” [My conquest is accomplished, My victory abiding.]” John 16:33 (AMP)

You will have trouble in this world, because it is ruled by an enemy whose day-job is destroying people any way he can. But we don’t need to fear trouble, because Jesus conquered EVERYTHING when He rose from the dead. Friend, Jesus has prayed that you are protected as you go through your life journey, “I am not praying that You take them out of the world but that You protect them from the evil one.” John 17:15 (HCSB) You are spiritually protected by Heavenly forces, no matter what the devil tells you to the contrary! Yes, you will have stuff happen that is not nice! James 1:2 says to “count it all joy” when we have troubles, because it strengthens us. Your greatest defenses are the Word and prayer, they are keys that open the door to whatever you need. PRAYER: Lord, may I always trust in You - I know that You protect me. I am not praying that you make my life easier, because I know that I am being refined by my daily struggles and I will become stronger and better equipped for my mission through perseverance in tough times. Help me never to forget that You are my unmovable anchor through all storms. Please give me strength throughout my days so that I end each day triumphant through Jesus’ victory, ready for amazing new blessings the next day. In Jesus’ name, Amen. 🙏

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[melissamangus]

“My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience.” ‭‭James‬ ‭1:2-3‬ ‭KJV‬‬ https://www.bible.com/1/jas.1.2-3.kjv #countitalljoy #temptations #faith #patience #wordsofwisdom https://www.instagram.com/p/CNjlYIcFPGa/?igshid=14ruv8i1er0fz

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[theupwardcall]

James 1:2-3 - Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds. For you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. #read #scripture #countitalljoy #faithoverfear https://www.instagram.com/p/CMuR5g3lL-D/?igshid=1qsibg9qfoewi

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[cbryant1707]

Oh my love, let’s all go create something magical today. Play! Laugh! Love! Find the joy, that place inside that still dances, dreams and takes chances. Draw in to expand out...that means what you are drawing in best be what you intend to put out to the world because it’s all you’re going to have to offer. Be intentional. It starts with love, moves to freedom and ends in untamed joy. Just for today, be wholly you. You matter more than you think. Sparkle on! #initforthestory #joy #love #freedom #untamed #laughter #create #survivalskills #countitalljoy #magical #celebrateeverything #loveloud #yogaoffthemat #roottorise #expand #intention https://www.instagram.com/p/CHagubqLsNg/?igshid=xjsu0n5845oy

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[impermanent-art]

Lakwena quoting the Book Of James in DTLA.

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[pastorcarlemitchell]

Call us that believe crazy but Glory to God our hope is in Him alone. #CountItAllJoy (at Bibleway Temple - Pentecostal Household of Faith) https://www.instagram.com/p/CF9jhHjgj_5/?igshid=1hgdub39bc3qo

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