As I read a devotion today by Rick Warren, he reminded me of something uplifting and truthful. Rick said:
If you’re discouraged and have lost hope, I can tell you one thing about your life without ever meeting you: You’re not spending time in God’s Word. If you were, you wouldn’t be discouraged. The more you read God’s Word when you’re down, the more he lifts you up. (me interjecting here > TOTAL TRUTH!!)
So the next time you feel discouraged, don’t come home and turn on the television. Instead, open up your Bible and read it. Listen to Dr. Luke instead of Dr. Phil. God’s Word has the power to change your life. It has God’s power in it; nothing else does. The Bible will give you true encouragement.
If you’re discouraged and have lost hope, I can tell you one thing about your life without ever meeting you: You’re not spending time in God’s Word. If you were, you wouldn’t be discouraged. The more you read God’s Word when you’re down, the more he lifts you up. (me interjecting here > TOTAL TRUTH!!)
So the next time you feel discouraged, don’t come home and turn on the television. Instead, open up your Bible and read it. Listen to Dr. Luke instead of Dr. Phil. God’s Word has the power to change your life. It has God’s power in it; nothing else does. The Bible will give you true encouragement.