Snap Out of That Funk

Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. 1 Peter 5:8

Many people might think that a believer never has any down time but is always peppy and perky for the Lord. I wish that were so and that is the ultimate goal but believers have to stay on guard because Satan loves to trip us up, get us in a funk, and disable us for the kingdom. 

When someone asks for prayer stop right there and pray don’t wait lest you forget. The Lord is a shield for us and that shield is the word of God. Sometimes if you get in a real mess and just don’t feel like praising God do it anyway. Turn on praise music. Lift your hands. Talk to the devil and tell him you are covered by the blood of Jesus and no weapon will harm you. 

“But wait Becky my husband has cancer, my child is a prodigal, I just lost my job. My best friend has disowned me. How on earth do you expect me to want to feel like praying with the mess I am in?” I hear you. Been there done that and got the tee shirt as the saying goes. Do it despite the set backs or else you may be in danger of falling away and getting sucked into wrong thinking and far away from God. It is all about faith, not feelings. Hang in there my friend and talk to God. 

PRAYER: I am thankful to live in a nation where I am able to pray freely even with many who are trying to stop religious freedom for Christians. Forgive me when I allow the enemy to mess with me when I have way more power through Christ than that measly little weasel. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

Lift Up Your Head

Why, my soul, are you downcast? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Savior and my God. Psalm 43:5

I have heard of Bible teachers who use their own experiences to do their teaching. I am no different. Often others profit from things others go through that are similar. You today may be facing something tough and discouraging and it is so hard to get focused on something else. 

When you focus on issues of life that are dragging you down it is hard to be cheerful. The enemy can capitalize on these discouragements. You have to make a conscience effort to stay focused on 'things above' and the blessings in life. Negativity can happen so easily. 

Whatever it is my friend stop now and count your blessings not the bad junk in life. Make a list of good things to praise God for. Turn your eyes upon Jesus and give Him your burdens. 

PRAYER: I have so much to be thankful for and should have no time for being down or throwing a pity party. Forgive me Lord for times I get like this. In Jesus' name. Amen.