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Timothy 4:16-18 NLT The first time I was brought before the judge, no one came
with me. Everyone abandoned me. May it not be counted against them. But the
Lord stood with me and gave me strength so that I might preach the Good News in
its entirety for all the Gentiles to hear. And He rescued me from certain
death. Yes, and the Lord will deliver me from every evil attach and will bring
me safely into His kingdom. All glory to God forever and ever! Amen
Many
of us have experienced times of abandonment by others just when we needed them
most. It could have been a spouse withdrawing emotionally, a co-worker who
ignored you, or a close friend who was too busy to help. The life of the
apostle Paul teaches us how to avoid discouragement in such situations.
Remember that the
Lord is with us always. When we trust Jesus as our Saviour, we enter into a
relationship with Him, and His Spirit comes to live in us. Through the Holy
Spirit, Jesus remains with us at all times, regardless of the circumstances. He
is our Friend – one who will never leave us. And His is the most important
friendship we have. Reading our Bible will help us to remember this.
Draw on God’s
strength.
Through the Holy Spirit, we have access to divine power every minute of the
day. When we let go of control and depend on the Lord, we will be able to draw
on His strength. Then, if family or friends cause hurt, His presence will
provide comfort and help us to forgive them.
Look expectantly for
deliverance.
Paul testified that the Lord had rescued him and would continue to deliver him
from every evil situation. The apostle knew he could always trust God.
Paul
face many painful situations without the support of friends. Toward the end of
his life, those who cared about him were widely scattered. Yet his attitude
remained hopeful because Christ was his constant Friend. Do you know the
Saviour? Allow His presence to walk with you throughout your day, and
experience the joy His friendship brings.
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