The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears them; he delivers them from all their troubles. PSALM 34:17

Troubles will come, often without warning. Don't be surprised I by your situation or give in to the doubt that keeps casting you into despair. Pray continually, but pray knowing that God hears you. He is not too deaf to hear you call and He is not too weak to save you. What is it that you think God cannot do? Know that there are miracles in your storm, greater miracles than just God calming it. His miracles, His blessings, are all around you. They are right in front of you ... just as I am. His hand is on your life and you will see Him if you look for Him. You've been blessed in so many ways in the past ... what once were possibilities, hopes that seemed hopeless, are now predictable in your life. You so easily take for granted what you've been given, and yes, the hard times, the troubles in your life are blessings. You just can't see them through your pain. That's why I'm with you, so that whatever storm in life you face, whatever your fears, I will calm you in My arms and give you the assurance that God has plans for your future ... to prosper you, not harm you, plans to give you hope. Thold you and God hears you. Don't doubt what you know is truth, the lies cannot hold back God's power. Trust in His promises, regardless of what is threatening to overcome you. Though you sit in darkness, I will be your Light. Though you may have fallen into the despair of troubles, you will get up. FAITH THOUGHTS Pray that God will open your eyes to be aware of the blessings He's given you, even through your pain, in the midst of the storm. Let your heart be full of gratitude for what He's already done and look forward with faith to all that He's yet to do.