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The Process of Adversity Builds Character and Maturity

Psalm 31:7-8

I will be glad and rejoice in thy mercy: for thou hast considered my trouble; thou hast known my soul in adversities; And hast not shut me up into the hand of the enemy: thou hast set my feet in a large room.

Monthly Scriptures to Read for Encouragement

January: Seek God

Read Chapters: 2Chronicles 7; Read Chapters: Daniel 1 and 10 Psalm 91, 104, 106, 2 Corinthians 11, Acts 1 - 10

February: Draw Near Unto The Lord - Worship

Read Chapters: 2 Chronicles 6, 7, 16:9 Matthew 1 and 2, Daniel 9, Luke 2.

March: Repentance / Confession

Read Chapters: Lamentations 1 - 5

Psalms 50 - 51, Job 33

April : Embrace The Presence of God's Love, Freedom and Ethnic Unity.

Read Chapters: St. John 13, 15, Romans 8, 2 Corinthians 5, Galatians 2, 1John 3,

Deuteronomy 7, Proverbs 10, Psalms 18, 42, 73

May: Restoration / Healing / Victory

Read Chapters: Job 36 - 40, Matthew 5, 20, Mark 2, 9 , Luke 11, Acts 1 - 4, 9 - 10,

1 Corinthians 15:57, Ephesians 1 - 6, Philippians 2 and 3, Hebrews 12,

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Now is the time to embrace the presence of God more than ever. This is a time and season which not only reveals the open door but forces the believer into spiritual maturity in order to survive. In the scriptures David realizes in the book of Psalms chapter 31, trust in the Father must be first and foremost. Shame is not an option. David shares with the reader God is fully aware of trouble and adversities. The Father is also aware of our level of perception and how it affects our soul.

We must stay focused in whom we believe. Adversities come to grow us, strengthen us, challenge our reactions to lifes circumstances and matures our perception regarding the outcome. What is particularly interesting is stated awesomely in vs 8, God has not shut us up into the hand of the enemy and He has set our feet in a large room. Note: No matter how big the problem may appear. It is only big in our eyes momentarily. Begin to see it for what it really is. Begin to notice your position in the matter and who you are in Christ. The latter part of the eighth verse reads "thou hast set my feet in a large room," clearly exemplifies Jesus is present in the midst of the storm.

The situation, is like a tiny apple seed thrust into a football stadium. It is so small in the eyes of God, it cannot be seen with the naked eye. Trust him, yield to the process. Gold is not pure until it has been refined by fire. The benefits are rewarding to those who endure. To resist this phenominal opportunity to grow in your time and season of adjustment hinders and delays facing very tiny scenarios that bring gigantic powerful outcomes.

Forgiveness is essential in order to receive the will of God in your life. It is ultimately impossible to fulfill purpose and destiny without it. The Lord Jesus emphasizes throughout the bible to forgive. There is one area in most of our lives which usually goes neglected. During the process of forgiving we must include forgiveness of self. Do not judge your actions of apology based on the reactions of individuals receiving the apology. Make sure your request to be forgiven is genuine. The experience obtained during this process matures and strengthens you. Life can throw punches and blows so devastating, it can result in damaged character. We can forgive others sometimes quicker than we do ourselves. Stop the negative thinking pattern. Realize you are loved, forgiven, and just as important to God as everyone else. Complete the process of forgiveness. You are an awesome gift from heaven.

HRIM - A. Beam /editor