What Is God Trying To Teach Me?

When tough times strike, do you find yourself saying “why me?” Sometimes I think issues happen over and over and you think “it’s happening again.”

It’s normal to want to be free of our problems. We seek immediate answers in the hopes of returning to normal. You might ask yourself why is it happening to me again? But what if we asked what is God trying to teach me.

But is that what we’re really asking maybe what we’re really asking is, “what is God trying to teach me, then we can learn from it, and this problem will go away.”

Our first priority is to escape, and we so secretly think: i’m supposed to learn something to make that happen, them let me know what it is. Just get me out of this.

There’s some flawed assumptions when we think this way, however. The first is that everything has to happen to us is all about us. In reality, everything is about God, not us, and there’s no hope in the world that we can live perfectly. Not that God expects us to. What does He expect is that we grow closer to Him in times of joy and suffering.

There is no education like adversity, not all of our problems exist solely to instruct us. It’s a flawed assumption that our problems can be shortened by discerning what God is trying to teach us.

The second flawed assumption is that bad things always come with instructions from God. If we had lived perfectly, nothing bad would ever happen, because God wouldn’t need to teach us anything.

There are other very real possibilities. Maybe instead of teaching us something. God is giving us an opportunity to live out our faith in front of others. Maybe the adversity reface is an opportunity to deepen our trust in Him when the outcome is unknown. Or maybe it’s simply that we can be an example to others that joy doesn’t need to be based on circumstances, but on Jesus.

So when the next challenge comes your way, and you find yourself, asking what God might be teaching you, remember that not every trial is wrapped in a lesson for you, and you can’t learn your way out of adversity. The only thing that you can do is draw closer to God as you trust Him for your future,

Maybe that’s all God is ever trying to teach us.

How Can A Nation Know God Is Testing or Judging It?

Most nations in their leaders, view secularism as being neutral related to religion. But the truth is a person is either for Christ or against Christ. Secular wrists are not just religiously neutral. They do not want to submit to Christ. Jesus said.

He who believes in Him is not a judged; he who does not believe has been charged already, because he has not believed, in the name of the begotten Son of God,

John 3:18

This means that when I nation drift away from God, it is anti-God. It should not be surprised if and when God test it, and eventually punishes it. So, is it God testing us or judging us?

And Jeremiah 17:10 God, Himself, says that He searches the heart of every individual -man and women. He tests the mind. Then He repays then according to their ways and deeds.

I, the Lord, Search the heart, I test the mind, even to give to each man, according to his ways, according to the results of his deeds.

Jeremiah 17:10

The Hebrew word for “test” means to try, to test, to examine, or to probe. God probes and examined every man and woman he knows I thought of man (Psalm 94:11). The tests demonstrate the truth of our character. Then He rewards them, according to their ways and deeds. Galatians 6:7 warns us,

Do not be deceived, God is not mocked, or whatever a man sows, this he will also reap.

Galatians 6:7

Proverbs 11:18-19

The wicked earns deceptive wages, but he who sells righteousness, get a true reward. He who is steadfast in righteousness will I came to life, and he who pursues evil will bring down about his own death.

Proverbs 11:18-19

God tests the nations. Each half them so that they will demonstrate if they are evil. Their behavior is recorded in gods books. Then he will use this information against them on the day of judgment (Revelation 20:11-14). Examples of God, testing a nation is given in many passages in the Bible. For example, in Exodus 16:4 we read,

Then the Lord said to. Moses, Behold, I will rain bread from heaven for you; and the people shall go out and gather a days portion every day, that I may test them, whether or not they will walk in my instruction.

Exodus 16:4

Noticed that God stated that He would test them. He gave him bread from heaven, and hold them to take only enough food for the day. It was a test. They failed the test. They ate more than He commanded. Add examples of God testing the nations are Exodus 17:7; Numbers 14:22-24 and Hebrews 11:17.

God has a nation so that it can demonstrate it willingness to obey Him. Call already know what our nation will respond. It’s responsible prove to others. It is an evil nation. How a response will be used to justify God’s punishment of it.

2 Samuel 24:1-17 and 1 Chronicles 21: 1-17 reveal one way in which God tests an evil nation. Together the two passages reveal that God test nations by testing the leader of the nations. 1 Chronicles Revealed that God may give permission to Satan to test the leaders of the nation.

Jeremiah 18:6-19 gives us a divine principle that God punishes nation and pursues evil . If He was planning to punish the nation and then turns away from evil. He will not punish it.

So, how can a nation know God is testing or judging it? The answer is that when a nation have to choose between obeying or disobeying God’s command, it is being tested. God gives nation the time to repent and change for God is slow to anger (Numbers 14:18). But if it does not repent, it will eventually be punished. The ride of homosexuality is a sign of God‘s judgment. (Romans 1:24, 26, 28). The rise of various evils, including the worship of sex, is a sign of God‘s judgment upon the nation. The rising crime is the abandonment of God ordained purpose of the nations (Roman 13:1-5). God’s purpose is establishing nation was to suppress evil. The list is long of evil that exist in our world. Some nations are already in the process of being judged. The question that we can ask, “Is when will God finally destroy some of these evil nations?”

Prayer For The Nations: Psalm 2

Like many psalms, the theme of Psalm two is emphasize in the final verse. We can defy God and Perish, Or we can surrender to him and be blessed.

In Psalm 2:1-3. The nations rebel. The nations speaking

Why did the nations rage and all the people plot a vain thing? The kings of the Earth, except themselves, and the rulers of the nation state Council together, against the Lord, and against his anointed one saying Let us break their bonds in peace’s and cast away their cords from us.

In Psalm 2:4-6. God laughs. God speaking

He who sits in the heavens, shall laugh; The Lord to hold them in derision. Then he will speak to them and His wrath, And distress them in His deep displeasure: Yet I have sent My King on My holy My in Zion.

In Psalm 2:7-9 . The decree of the Son. Jesus speaking.

I will declare and decree: The Lord has said to me, You are My Son, today I have begotten You. Ask of Me, and I will give to the nations for Your Inheritance, And the ends of the Earth for Your possession. You will break them like a rod of iron; you shall dash them into pieces like a potters vessel.

In Psalm 2:10-12. Be instructed. The Holy Spirit speaking.

Now, therefore, be wise, O’ kings; be instructed you judges of the Earth. Serve the Lord with fear and rejoice with trembling. Kiss the son, lest He be angry, and you perish in the way, when his wrath is Kindled but a little. Blessed are those who put their trust in Him.

Praying For The Nations: Psalm 2

Many Psalms have a theme, the theme for Psalm 2 is emphasized in the final verse. We can defy God and perish.

Prayer For The Nations

Why do the nations rage, and the people plot a vain thing? The kings of the earth take a stand, and the rulers take counsel together, against the Lord, and against his Anointed, saying, Let’s break there bonds apart, and cast their cords from us. He who sits in the heavens will laugh. The Lord will hold them in derision verses 1-3.Then he will speak to them in his anger, and terrify them in his wrath: Yet I have set my king on my holy hill of Zion. I will tell of the decree. The Lord said to, You are my Son, Today I have become your father. Ask of me, and I will give you the nations for your inheritance, the uttermost parts of the earth for your possession.

Self-discipline: Staying Focused

Self-discipline. Let’s be honest. For most us, it’s a work in progress wrapped in good intentions, procrastination, and feelings of regret. But maybe it doesn’t have to be that way. Self-discipline, like everything else, is practice. Not everyday will be perfect, but each day – with its regrets and small wins is progress, and that’s what self-discipline is all about.

Every year I sow a seed and pray that it will grow into a fruit in my life. The idea is to sow (plant a seed) and pray over it each day (water it). This year I sowing the seed of self-discipline. Last year I got so used to doing what ever I wanted that things really got out of control.

I’ve rounded up some steps I can take everyday to build self-discipline. And coupled it with a healthy understanding of what self-discipline is and with a little inspiration, I hope to gain the tools to develop a practice of self-discipline in everything I do.

1. Willpower is what separates us from animals. It the capacity to restrain our impulses and resist temptation. To do what’s right and good for us in the long run, not what we want to do right now.

My day used to be so structured. I used to get up at 5 in the morning work out, and then go swimming, get finished and study my Bible for an hour. Get my daily chores and errands done come home and make sure dinner was on the table by 5.

Now my life is such a mess I don’t know whether I’m up or down.

2 The only way to do something in depth is to work hard, The moment you start being in love with what you’re doing, and thinking this will pay off in the end, instead of thinking I don’t feel like doing anything. You will start make progress.

3 One pain-filled duty fulfilled makes the next easier.

4 The quality of self-denial in the pursuit of a long-term goal is indeed the willpower to maintain the denial is excellent training.

5. You don’t have to be smarter than anyone, you just have to be more disciplined.

6. Your will, will shape your future. Whether you fail or succeed will be no ones doing but you’re own. You are the force; you can clear any obstacle that is front of you, or you can remain , most in the maze of life. It’s your choice win or lose, you hold the key to you’re own destiny .

7. It doesn’t matter whether you are pursuing success in business, sports, the arts, or life in general, the bridge between wishing and accomplishing is discipline.

8. The ability to discipline yourself to set clear goes, and then to work towards them every day, will do more to guarantee your success than any other single factor,

9. It’s our choices, that show what we truly are, for more than our abilities.

I know for myself if I don’t do something that I know I should be doing I feel an instant moment of regret or dread. And think “why did I do that?”

It’s like being in bad mood and eating a whole tub of ice cream to drown out the emotions. Then on the last spoonful thinking, I just ate about 3000 calories, what’s wrong will girl, Then you have to contend with being sick and suffering the whole next day.

Lack of self-discipline only gives satan a way in to torture you through your thoughts. And that leads to more regret.

To start becoming self-disciplined, you have to know where you struggle. You might have to write it down, then reflect on what you value and ask yourself whether your behaviors uphold those values. There are likely a few things you’re doing each day that don’t honor your value. Mine are sweets and drinking coffee at night. If I have a treat, I can’t stop until there completely gone. And drinking the coffee I crave at night that I know will keep me awake, which affects me the next day.

I’m started with these

  • Know where you struggle
  • Know how you succeed
  • Identify and write down clear goals
  • Visualize your outcome
  • Don’t wait for it to feel right (Just Start)
  • Start small
  • Practice, fail, start over
  • Know how you’ll measure your progress
  • Take care of yourself
  • Treat yourself
  • Forgive yourself

Realize this is my goal for the entire year. So start to become self-disciplined. I look at this list often. Let yourself be excited for the new you. You are bound to make mistakes, but the goal is to, never give in and never give up.

Piece Be With You

Coping With Loneliness

Loneliness is an experience that means our current close relationships don’t meet our needs. Despite the name, youdon’t always have to be alone to feel lonely. Loneliness can come up whenever we feel alone, unwanted, or isolated. Loneliness can come up when.

  • We’re around a lot of people, but feel like we don’t quite fit in
  • we’re around a lot of people, but don’t receive the support or connection we are looking for
  • We lose an important person in our life, like a partner, family, member, or close friend
  • We’re alone and want to be with others

Some kind of social support is important to our well-being. There is no right or wrong social net work – people feel satisfied with different types of social circles, friends, and relationships. What matters is how you feel. If you feel supported and understood, your relationships are likely in good shape. If you feel lonely, you may be missing important pieces in your relationships,

If you feel lonely from a lack of friends, you aren’t alone. Many people say they aren’t satisfied with a number of friends they have.

How Can I Cope With Loneliness?

Loneliness can create more loneliness. For example, loneliness, and make you feel like you don’t fit in, which only makes it harder to reach out. This might seem to confirm that you really don’t fit in, which can make you feel lonelier. Loneliness can be difficult, because it’s still just a feeling. It can be changed. When you challenge feeling, the loneliness”will start to make changes in your life, the cycle of “loneliness thinking starts to break down.

Ask yourself why you feel lonely

Do you feel lonely because you don’t have others around you question, do you isolate yourself from others? Do you feel lonely when you are with others understanding your situation can help you take action where it matters most.

Avoid comparing yourself to others

It’s easy to look at other people and feel left out, but appearances can be deceiving. People want others to see their best side, but don’t be fooled by the message either show you the outside world. Social media in particular can make people feel on everybody but then you’re surrounded by friends, but social media is only in controlled snapshot. Remember that you can be surrounded by people and still feel lonely. Feeling like you aren’t as good at others. It’s just that – a feeling not the truth.

Give yourself some time, especially during big changes

It’s common to feel lonely during transition, like starting a new school, moving to a new city It’s common to feel lonely during transition, like starting a new school, moving to a new city, or starting a new job. Whenever you’re going through a transition, it can take some time to settle in and find your new place. Loneliness may only be a temporary stop along the way.

Think about what else is going on

How are you feeling in other parts of your life may add feelings of loneliness. For example, mental health problems, like depression, or social anxiety, and bring up a lot of difficult thoughts that make it easier to avoid social situations. Some other health problems can make connecting with others harder and leave you feeling isolated. In some situations, managing calendars and other parts of your life can reduce the feelings of loneliness.

Find a way to take advantage of time when you are alone

Time alone may be an opportunity to pursue a hobby, learn a new skill, get into a good book, listen to music, or connecting with nature. If being alone is the time and helpful, thinking, takes over, considering talking to someone close to you.

Work on your own social connections

Here’s some tips to help you build the relationships you need:

Be Strategic. Think about the types of relationship you want. For example, if you prefer talking to others in small groups, look for opportunities to meet people in smaller groups. If you’re looking for support and understanding around something specific, look for related groups or organizations. Use your interests or skills to take advantage to join a sports team, take a course, you’re in a club to meet people who already here are your interests.

Take it slow. Building confidence is an ongoing process. You have yourself manageable challenges. If you feel very isolated, simply learning to feel comfortable in public places like a busy coffee shop might be a good first step.

Be active and patient. It takes time to build relationships. It can be a bit scary at first, but try to initialize conversations or so yes opportunity to spend time with others. Except that it may take time to feel connected and feel like you’re a part of a group.

Accept that you won’t be everyone’s friend- and that’s okay. You will probably not get along with everyone you meet, and some people may not get along with you. This isn’t a reflection of your value on your worth. It just means that you haven’t met the right group of individuals yet.

Aim for healthy relationships. If you find that you are the one who isn’t heard in your relationships, building assertiveness skills can help you articulate your needs respectfully the other person is an equal partner and needs two also matter if you make it all about you and your needs, your relationship may suffer.

Identify and work with barriers. Is there something standing between you and relationships or activities you’d like to pursue? For example, childcare can be a barrier for new parents and transportation or mobility. Concerns may be a barrier for other adults. If you can’t find a solution easily, ask for help. A family member might be willing to help with the childcare., and an community organization might help with transportation.

Built family relationships. If you have a helpful and supportive relationship with your family members, think of ways to increase connections, geography, and other factors might mean that you don’t often see each other in person, but phone calls, video calls, and other forms of communication and help you stay connected.