Thankful Thursday

Thursday, April 23, 2009

Just this morning, I was again tempted to take things in my own hands... to do things my way. I knew it wasn't what God wanted me to do but at that time it felt so right. WRONG!
"Are you so foolish? After beginning with the Spirit, are you now trying to attain your goal by human effort?" Galatians 3:3
The feeling I've felt earlier was overwhelming. I felt so rejected... so pushed aside. I prayed and cried to God.

I thank the Lord for reminding me that He is in control. That I should not be terrified or give way to panic for the Lord my God is the one who goes with me to fight for me against my enemies to give me victory.

I thank the Lord for my friend Babette who reminded me of Satan's tactics.
"The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy..." John 10:10
Lord, thank you for taking me back to your arms of comfort and assuring me again of my victory in Christ Jesus.
"...If God is for me, who can be against me?" Romans 8:31

For more Thankful Thursday, visit Laurie over at Women Taking A Stand. Have a happy weekend ahead y'all. God bless! =D


25 comments:

Unknown said...

Wow Pia,

This is just a powerful testimony to your faith. The scriptures are spot on for your situation. You have inspired me. Sending you love and a hug girl. Happy TT

Denise said...

Bless you for your faithfulness.

LAURIE said...

Pia, thank you for sharing with us the hope that comes from trusting in God! Happy TT and keep your faith strong. -love, Laurie PS: Don't forget to stop by tomorrow ... I will be highlighting you on my CIRCLE OF LOVE segment!

Sarah A. Galang, Ph.D. said...

Keep on trusting the Lord. He loves you. Thanks for sharing your testimony today.
Blessings to you

Grammy said...

What an awesome post. Big hug. I am glad you are ok now.

Unknown said...

God bless your heart and continue to be faithful in the LORD

aspiritofsimplicity said...

I think God sometimes places friends in our lives to help us through the tough times.

Debra Kaye said...

Pia,

Your faith touches me my sweet friend. I know things can not be easy and yes, the enemy chases you ... run to your Strong Tower and find your Refuge!

much love to you!

Melissa said...

I think many of us struggle with the temptation to take control of a situation instead of trusting God. It can be hard to "let go and let God," but we are called to do that. I always remind myself that God is infinitely more capable of handling the situation than I am!

I'm thankful that the Lord provided the guidance and strength you needed.

Sharon said...

What a awesome testimony, God is so good! Control is a issue for us all isn't it! But we have to trust in HIM and HIM alone, Always have Faith in HIM!!
I can see now you are going to have a Peace and Joyfilled Day!
Hugggssss

Sharon said...

I mean't to tell you, I thought I had you saved on my blog list and have missed you very much, not sure what happened but I am glad I have found you again! :)

Angela said...

amen amen amen...awesome...

Can you email me your email sis..

free_spirit103@hotmail.com

I have a prayer I would like to send you and also to to share some things on my heart with you...((hugs)) Jeremiah 29:11 over you and hubby sis.

Genefaith said...

amen!! i'm so blessed with these...it's truly a wake up call for me...

na said...

What a blessing! Have a wonderful day!

annies home said...

I often feel this way as well but was told that same verse many years ago by an older church lady who had lived a life of faithfulness it is so true there is nothing they can do to defeat our spirit as long as we have our Christ by our side

Laurie Ann said...

A hearty Amen, Pia! I'm so glad you were faithful. God bless you. Happy Thankful Thursday!

Jerralea said...

Wow, Galatians 3:3 fits this so perfectly! Glad you didn't give into the temptation to take things into your own hands. I'm proud of you!

Bonnie said...

Amazing testimony! Thank you so much for sharing it with us.

Heather said...

These verses are like a soothing balm to a difficult situation. I need to be reminded regularly of God's power in my life and His purposes for me.

Andrea said...

Those are great reminders even for me!! Thanks for sharing Pia. :)

God Chaser said...

Beautiful turn around. Don't you love have the Lord's and His word as comfort-which He gives to us when we are moving wrongly.
blessings

Amrita said...

Gobless you Pia

Rocks said...

hi sis! congrats for being featured in Laurie's site :) God bless you more!

It Feels Like Chaos said...

I love that Romans verse and remind myself of it often!

Rita T. said...

Great thoughts. I think we all go through this at one time or another.

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