We breathe daily approximately 12-14 times every minute. Breathing is a wonder that we rarely consider. It is what keeps us alive. In the same manner that the almighty gave us a method to ” spiritually breathe”. The almighty has given us a technique to “breathe spiritually”:exhaling the impurities ,as well as inhaling the immaculate. We may have a refreshing chance at moments, just to lose it again – negative thoughts, furious words, slammed doors…… What are the chances of this changing? It could change by spiritually exhaling: confessing your sins as soon as you become aware of them and claiming God’s forgiveness, and then spiritually inhaling: asking the Holy Spirit to reassert control and empower you to keep you from sinning again.
Your life is a true masterpiece, and The Chief Musician is conducting your praise symphony. 2:10 (Ephesians) Seek Him, during your troubles. Sighing is the act of exhaling a long, deep, audible breath to convey sadness, grief, exhaustion, or another similar emotion. Asaph’s day of affliction has prompted him to sigh profoundly in Psalm 79:1-12 (78-1). It’s quite acceptable to go to The Chief Musician and pour your heart out. Sadness, grief, and tiredness tend to draw your attention inside. Because he is in danger, Asaph is calling out to God. He said a prayer. He submitted by lifting his hands. This is the attitude we need in these trying times. To Surrender and offer a prayer and cry out to the Lord.
When we face difficulties, whether it’s financial difficulties, difficult relationships, poor health, or self-doubt, it’s difficult to remember that God is still at work in us. This is because, as humans, we base our beliefs on what we see rather than relying on God. It can be difficult to trust God during difficult circumstances, according to Second Corinthians 5:7, but as believers, we know that His ways are not our ways, and that He will ultimately work all things for good (Isaiah 55:8-9, Romans 8:28).
Having faith can enable you to find tranquility in turbulent situations. When you are unfaithful, it can harden your heart with pride and cause you to become estranged from God. Learning to surrender all onto God can relieve you of a great load. God has given us faith so that we can identify His deeds and not be anxious all the time when we are faced with uncertainty.
When we’re in an extremely difficult situation, how are we to respond with faith? The Hebrews found themselves against the Red Sea after already being freed from Egyptian slavery. In these circumstances, I t can be challenging to maintain attention You may find yourself oscillating between binge-watching your favorite shows and obsessively scrubbing every speck of lint from the sofa. Neither of these things will assist you in moving forward. Instead, use these strategies to reclaim your attention and give each day meaning.
1.Start by making a daily routine. By the seventh day God had finished the work he had been doing; so on the seventh day he rested [1] from all his work.
3
And God blessed the seventh day and made it holy, because on it he rested from all the work of creating that he had done.
Gen2: 2-3
2. Make a goal for yourself.
Proverbs 16:3 “Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.” Proverbs 16:9 “In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.” Proverbs 19:21 “Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails.
Proverbs 16:3
“Commit to the Lord whatever you do,
and he will establish your plans.”
1 Corinthians 10:31
“So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.”
3. Random acts of kindness should be performed.
1 Corinthians 13:4-7 ESV
“For you were called to freedom, brothers. Only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another.” Galatians 5:13
“And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up. So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to those who are of the household of faith.”
Galatians 6:9-10 ESV
“Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.”
Ephesians 4:32 ESV
4. Push through stumbling blocks. There will be times when you are unable to move forward. The important thing is to keep trying.
Joshua 1:9 Be strong and courageous; do not be frightened or dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go. Deuteronomy 31:6,8 Be strong and bold; have no fear or dread of them, because it is the Lord your God who goes before you. He will be with you; he will not fail you or forsake you
Exodus 14:14 ESV / 80 helpful votes
The Lord will fight for you, and you have only to be silent.”
Genesis 50:20 ESV / 47 helpful votes
As for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good, to bring it about that many people should be kept alive, as they are today.
Matthew 10:28 ESV / 46 helpful votes
And do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather fear him who can destroy both soul and body in hell.
5. Turn off the television, disconnect from social media, and avoid anything that makes you feel down. It’s perfectly acceptable to take a mental health break by reading a beloved book, coloring, meditating, or watching a hilarious film. It’s okay to take a mental health break and go read a favorite book, color, meditate or watch a funny movie. Do something you enjoy.
“Walk in wisdom toward outsiders, making the best use of the time” (Colossians 4:5).
“But godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it” (1 Timothy 6:6-7).
We must learn to be satisfied in all situations with what we have as we know that it is God who sustains us. (Philippians 4:12-13).
6. Take care of yourself. Eat well, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of rest. Taking care of these basic necessities will help you stay focused on the vital and positive aspects of life.
1 Corinthians 6:19-20
19 Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; 20 you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies.
1 Corinthians 10:31
31 So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.
both the present life and the life to come.
Proverbs 17:22
22 A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.
Jeremiah 33:6
6 “ ‘Nevertheless, I will bring health and healing to it; I will heal my people and will let them enjoy abundant peace and security.
7.Set aside some time to pray. You may believe he isn’t responding to you, and you aren’t in the mood to pray. Everyone who has taken the time to pray has felt better because of it. In challenging circumstances, your faith in God can provide solace. “Faith shows the reality of what we hope for; it is the evidence of things we cannot see.” (Hebrews 11:1-2)”.
NIV 6 Philippians 4:6
Remember that faith in God is the key to finding true significance, acceptance, and success—faith and hope are more powerful than fear.
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
