“For all the negative things we think about ourselves, God has a positive answer for us.”

A thought by John C. Maxwell (2017-03-07) from his book, No Limits: Blow the CAP Off Your Capacity (p. 272). Center Street. Kindle Edition. (Click on the title to go to Amazon.com to buy the book.)

Do you need to hear that today?

 “You say, ‘I’m too tired.’ God says, I will give you rest. (Matthew 11: 28– 30) 

You say, ‘It’s impossible.’ God says, All things are possible. (Luke 18: 27) 

You say, ‘Nobody really loves me.’ God says, I love you. (John 3: 16 and John 13: 34) 

You say, ‘I can’t go on.’ God says, My grace is sufficient. (2 Corinthians 12: 9 and Psalm 91: 15) 

You say, ‘I’m not able.’ God says, I am able. (2 Corinthians 9: 8) 

You say, ‘I can’t forgive myself.’ God says, I forgive you. (1 John 1: 9 and Romans 8: 1) 

You say, ‘I can’t manage.’ God says, I will supply all your needs. (Philippians 4: 19) 

You say, ‘I’m afraid.’ God says, I have not given you a spirit of fear. (2 Timothy 1: 7) 

You say, ‘I’m not smart enough.’ God says, I give you wisdom. (1 Corinthians 1: 30) 

You say, ‘I feel alone.’ God says, I will never leave you or forsake you. (Hebrews 13: 5) 

You say, ‘I can’t figure things out.’ God says, I will direct your steps. (Proverbs 3: 5– 6) 

You say, ‘I’m always worried and frustrated.’ God says, Cast all your cares on me. (1 Peter 5: 7)

“God has an answer for every question, and an assurance for every doubt we possess.”

           

So, what specifically did you need to hear today?