Discouragement

 Discouragement.

Discouragement is a common thing , that we come across , many times in our life. Discouragement comes knocking , when things don't turn out as we had expected.




It is very normal to have expectations in different areas of our life and it is normal to pray regarding them. Remember that God has promised to fulfill our desires . (Ps 37:4 Delight thyself also in the LORD; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.)

But there are times when our wishes/desires do not come to pass, one of the main reason could be that it was not the "will of God" or it could be God wants us to "wait on Him". If we involve God in all our "unpleasant" circumstances , then it becomes easy to digest as we begin to see the hand of God in these things . We can thus seek for God's grace ( enabling power) to go through these circumstances.

Others Faced it

The people of Isralities were very happy as they ventured into the a new life, as they left the old Egypt (a life of bondage and misery) but soon they were tired of the New Normal ( in the wilderness) and were getting discouraged ( Num 21:4  "And they journeyed from mount Hor by the way of the Red sea, to compass the land of Edom: and the soul of the people was much discouraged because of the way".)


Why we need to come out of 

discouragement ? 

  • Because discouragement can lead us to other sins. ( Num 21:5 )
  • Primarily because it is not God will for us to dwell and build a tent there.
  • Jesus who is our role model did not give into discouragement , when he faced adversity or opposition.
  • He was focused on doing God's will for each day. ( John 4:34).
  • He took one day at a time.
  • Apostle Paul faced trouble and perplexity but did not give into despair.( 2 cor 1:8).


How we can come out of discouragement ?

  • Acknowledge  that He is God And not we .
  • Don't get discouraged just because you are feeling discouraged.
  • Remember great Men of God have encountered Discouragement.
  • God helped them.
  • Remember God's will : Don't be discouraged neither be dismayed.( Josh 1:8).
  • Gods provision : Wait on Lord , He will strengthen your heart. (Ps 27:14,37:9,57:6)
  • Set your mind on the things above.( Col 3:2)
  • Remember who you are ; A Child of God , Disciple of Jesus.
  • Remember your ultimate purpose in life : To live for His Glory / His name.(Phil 1:21, ps 118:17).