For all the promises of God in him are yea, and in him Amen, unto the glory of God by us.
(2 Corinthians 1:20 KJV)

      During a particularly challenging season in my life, I watched as what I thought were many constants went into chaos.  Unfortunately, my first instinct was to run to friends, family, even books.  My inner storm continued until I willingly yielded to the only One who can truly restore peace – my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. 
      Once I submitted to Him, He reminded me that only He is unchanging, immovable and sovereign.  These and so many other attributes and characteristics about God are useful in my everyday life and especially when I find myself in internal chaos.  I must train my mind and my heart to run to Him first, instead of to other people or things.
      One tool I use is to rehearse things that are ALWAYS true.  These phrases and the corresponding Bible verses are not dependent on my current circumstances.  The list is personal, but not exhaustive or comprehensive.  I use the list to review and remember what God promises to me, what He has done for me, and what is always true.  Here’s part of my list:
* God loves me and never stops loving me (1 John 4:7-11)
* God is sovereign (Ephesians 1:3-6)
* God is all-knowing (John 16:29-30)
* God is all-powerful (Nahum 1:3)
* God offered me salvation through the death and resurrection of Jesus (Romans 6:23)
* Salvation is forever (John 10:29)
* I accepted the offer of salvation and am a daughter of the King (Romans 5:8-10, Romans 8:15-16)
* God pursues me (Luke 15:1-10)
* God hates sin (Psalm 97:10)
* There is forgiveness from sin for the asking (1 John 1:9)
* All things in my life are for His glory and my good (1 Peter 5:6-11)
* God is good – all the time (Matthew 19:17)
* God allows difficult times to increase our faith and trust in Him (James 1:2-4)
* All God’s promises are “Yes” in Him (2 Corinthians 1:20)
* God desires to hear the wishes of my heart – even though He already knows them (Psalm 37:3-5)
* God is always listening (Psalm 121:3-4)
* God is my protector (Psalm 18:1-2)
   Pray about creating your own list.  Your list may be different.  God will give you things that meet you where you are.  Feel free to use some of the same entries, or start from scratch.  I pray it will be profitable as you continue on your journey with the Lord. 
  
Donna Connors

former staff and writer for “Real Victory for Real Life” 
365 Devotional Thoughts in the Spirit of America’s Keswick
VOLUME 2
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