When Life Beats You Down on All Sides

When Life Beats You Down on All Sides

Is life beating you down in more than one area? I’ve been there before, and I’m learning much from the account of the widow of Zarephath in the Old Testament.

Turn to 1 Kings 17 to follow along with me today. It’s a short but powerful story that God has been repeating to me for the past few weeks. I want to share insights with you today to give you hope.

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How to Look Up and Find Encouragement

Look Up

If you need to find encouragement in your life (who doesn’t?), all you have to do is look up. God tells us to do this in his word for good reason. When we lift our eyes to him, our perspective can change and we will be encouraged.

I often need encouragement in my trials and struggles. My perspective gets skewed by looking down too often. But when I look up and ask God to help me see things his way, I gain peace.

Today I’m writing about how to look up and find encouragement at Woman 2 Woman Ministries. Here’s a peek at my post, and I hope you’ll head over to read the rest.

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How to Find Peace in a Hiding Place with God

Are you trying to find peace in your busy life? You can find it by creating a hiding place, where you will meet with God and enjoy one-on-one communion with him.

I’ve gained greater peace in my hiding place with God. Every day I withdraw for a little while, and I return to my busy life feeling centered and calm.

God’s presence gives life and peace. When we intentionally seek him in a hiding place, we can be invigorated in our faith journeys.

I’m writing about how to find peace in a hiding place with God at W2W Ministries today. Here’s a peek at my post, and I hope you’ll head over to read the rest.

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