Why am I discouraged?
Why am I restless?
I trust you!
And I will praise you again
because you help me,
and you are my God.
(Psalm 42:11, CEV)
Discouragement is the lack of courage. Restlessness is the lack of restfulness.
And because of my relationship with Jesus, I have courage. He is my courage. He is my strength. I find my rest in Him. I can “Rest in the LORD and wait patiently for Him” (Ps. 37:7). Jesus invites me—He invites you—to “Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and YOU WILL FIND REST FOR YOUR SOULS” (Matt. 11:28-29, NASB).
God has proven Himself to be faithful and trustworthy throughout my life. He has protected me and sustained me. He has carried me through the valleys. He has blessed me beyond my expectations—beyond what I deserve.
He has helped me when I haven’t been able to help myself.
Why? Because He is my God. My banner. My strength. My healer. My provider. My Savior.
And I praise Him.
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