Jeff Reynolds One desire: 6 Things to Remember When Trouble Finds You. No U-Turns Required.

Jesus has this thing. You and ME! He knows how to bring us home!

NO U-Turns Required in the Kingdom

Here are some quick reminders when trouble comes:

1. Opposition is Opportunity
God is good. Nothing separates us from his love. Everything works for good to those in his purpose. Life is a path of overcoming in the promise of Jesus Christ. Jesus is redeeming the world through his promise living in us. Look for the upgrade, overcoming, opportunity in everything that confronts you. Ps 144:1

"Praise be to the Lord my Rock,

who trains my hands for war,

my fingers for battle."

"Part the heavens, Lord, and come down:" Ps 144:5

In Jesus we overcome.

2. Perfect life situations -- are not the goal.
Jesus was clear. "In this world you will have trouble." So why do we spend so much energy trying to eliminate it? God's grace pours into us when we need it. It is always sufficient for the trouble at hand. Keep in mind. We have trouble. But Jesus overcame the World and all it's trouble. There is a new way out in front of us. Are we seeing? Do we have sight? Eliminating troubles is not the central goal of God's Kingdom.

“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

3. Wisdom is given by request. James 1:5

Wisdom is given without judgement as we face trials of all kinds.
We have to ask for it. That's when it comes to us. Ask and you shall receive. Wisdom is more than a step by step plan. Wisdom is a way of life. It shapes our decisions and our understanding of the life we are living. It provides for overcoming a hundred troubles. It sticks with you. Ask and it will be given to you. Matt 7:7

4. We have the Mind of Christ. Col 1:27/ I Cor 2:16
The Mind of Christ informs our plans. The Mind of Christ fills us with the knowledge of his love. The Mind of Christ connects us to the Father's heart. Ask for what Jesus is doing in and through you. Ask him to understand his perspective and vision for the season you are in.

5. Christ lives in us by the Spirit. John 16:12-14
The Spirit's work is to lead us. He teaches us. He reminds us. He comforts us. He encourages us. He strengthens us. Active relationship requires listening. He is ready to speak to us; to tell us the future. He will guide us into all truth.

6. Trust is the bedrock. Proverbs 3:5-6
We come to deeper relationship when we trust God. When we face uncertainty trusting God is a highway to peace, understanding and rest. Jesus is trust able. He is everything we need for life and godliness.

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