Through the Valley into Victory
Posted: Tuesday, September 22, 2009
by Avis Ward
GeoVi's Home for Pregnant Teens
Even though I walk
through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil,
for you are with me;
your rod and your staff,
they comfort me. - Psalm 23:4
When we are annoyed and aggravated because things are not going as
we thought, we become frustrated. We know we are not suppose to lean on
our own understanding but acknowledge Him so that our paths will be
directed but we allow frustration to settle in and delay our
breakthrough. I'm guilty and thank God for His love and grace. I ask
forgiveness. I repent. He knows I'm a work in progress. I pray that I
do not have to repent over that again.
I want to help you by sharing what the Lord spoke to me last week. He told me that He will carry me through whatever is unfolding in my life but only when I need to be carried. As in Footprints in the Sand, there will be times when only one set of footprints will be seen, they will be His. But there are some trials that I will have to "walk" through myself. He will not walk for me. "I will never leave or forsake you, I'll even carry you but I won't take one step for you when you can walk for yourself."
Can you understand the inspiration and revelation in His words to me? I abide in Christ and his word abides in me, all I need to do is ask. He has given us power to do greater works than His disciples did. Surely, I can walk - standing on His word without expecting Him to carry me ALL the time! Where is my faith? Oh what confidence we can have in Jesus Christ!
When we are walking through the valley, He won't change His mind and abandon us! We have nothing to fear because He is with us. The Comforter is there to comfort us. We must be still, quiet 'our' thoughts and just speak the Word of God in praise. This will enable us to walk through the valley into victory! We must be relentless no matter how tumultuous the storms. Like the Shunamite woman said, "it is well."
2009 by Avis Ward of GeoVi's Home for Pregnant Teensthrough the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil,
for you are with me;
your rod and your staff,
they comfort me. - Psalm 23:4
I want to help you by sharing what the Lord spoke to me last week. He told me that He will carry me through whatever is unfolding in my life but only when I need to be carried. As in Footprints in the Sand, there will be times when only one set of footprints will be seen, they will be His. But there are some trials that I will have to "walk" through myself. He will not walk for me. "I will never leave or forsake you, I'll even carry you but I won't take one step for you when you can walk for yourself."
Can you understand the inspiration and revelation in His words to me? I abide in Christ and his word abides in me, all I need to do is ask. He has given us power to do greater works than His disciples did. Surely, I can walk - standing on His word without expecting Him to carry me ALL the time! Where is my faith? Oh what confidence we can have in Jesus Christ!
When we are walking through the valley, He won't change His mind and abandon us! We have nothing to fear because He is with us. The Comforter is there to comfort us. We must be still, quiet 'our' thoughts and just speak the Word of God in praise. This will enable us to walk through the valley into victory! We must be relentless no matter how tumultuous the storms. Like the Shunamite woman said, "it is well."
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Top-level comments on this article: (8 total)Avis, you are right, He will not... Granted, anytime you are in the valley he will not forsake us and he will not abandoned us. The problem is, we forsake Him. Thanks Avis. When I read it, it seems like you just had a long talk with God...I am glad you are back.ClarenceDoc, thank you for your comments and the inspiration you always bring to me. I'm not back just yet, just trying to stay in touch as much as I can. In the trenches and I'm not alone. :)You are not alone.Thank you, Doc. I know I'm in His hand and supported by the prayers of brothers (and sisters) like you.
Beautiful, Avis, and it is only by toddling along that we eventually learn to run (running to Abba would be a good direction too and I think He wants us to get stretched in that department also!) Enjoyed reading this very much! Marijo (Mary-Jo)Marijo, thank you so very much. I toddle along and take off in a sprint to Him, very often! I agree, a good direction for us. I'm please you found this enjoyable. It's appreciated.Blessed regards,Avis
Avis, you're always clear and inspirational. Thanks.JohnJohn, thank you for this comment. I often wonder if I'm too clear and perhaps not effective. I'm filled with passion when I get divine inspiration and try to share it. I appreciate the comment.Warm regards,Avis
Avis, thank you for this blessed reminder of what faith really is. Thank you for challenging us to build our muscles of "faith." I appreciate your gentle ministering spirit. God bless you Sister.P.S. This does remind me of a song:All the way my Savior leads me,Cheers each winding path I tread,Gives me grace for every trial,Feeds me with the living Bread.Though my weary steps may falterAnd my soul athirst may be,Gushing from the Rock before me,Lo! A spring of joy I see;Gushing from the Rock before me,Lo! A spring of joy I see.
All The Way My Savior Leads Me, by Fanny CrosbyMy brother, thank you for the blessings given me through your comments and that song! It is perfect for this message.Also, your comment along with John's helped my insecurity. Lately, I have battled with powers and principalities. (Mind stuff you know?) I do not want to sound dictatorial and think I may come across that way. For you to say "gentle ministering spirit" was as soothing as "clear and inspirational."I appreciate you and your prayers. Thank you!Blessed regards from your sister,Avis
Wonderful work here, Avis. I hope your being "in the trenches" is not as bad as it sounds.Ken, thank you very much. Sorry to sound as badly as I did. There's tremendous room for improvement! LOL Is that bettah?Betta like buttah?I am not at all suggesting you need improvement, was just concerned for your welfare. After all, we need you!Oh Ken, I didn't think you felt I needed improvement at all. I was touched by the care I read in your words. You are wonderful! I felt better just reading this appended comment. Thank you!And Ken, I need all of you, too! I have felt the prayers. I'm declaring prophetically the day of Jubilee for us all!
Sweet Avis~After reading this, I am compelled to share something with you. It is a quote from the lovely Carolyn Myss, who speaks of what you speak of here:"The fact that our choices weave our spirits into events is the reason the major spiritual lessons are formed around one essential lesson: Make your choices wisely because each choice you make is a creative act of spiritual power for which you are held responsible.""Any choice made from faith has the full power of ~heaven~ behind it - which is why "faith the size of a mustard seed can move a mountain. And any choice made from fear is a violation of the energy of faith."I love that last line..."any choice made from fear is a violation of the energy fo faith." I don't think it gets any clearer than that, eh?Thank you for your loveliness, and for sharing Who You Really Are with all of us.Hugs, My Bella ~Ah Cami, you're a darling. Thank you for sharing Carolyn Myss' quote with me. I am with you all the way on it's appropriateness. She articulated clearly the absolute meaning of faith and how it's violated.You're always a joy and delight. I appreciate you for reading me and commenting when you do. I'm uplifted and enlightened.Hugging you with love,Avis
Sistah A! This is beautiful and timely for many of us it would seem. You are always in my prayers. This has ministered to me, love you! Sistah THiya Sistah! Very pleased to have posted a timely message for those of us in need on one or several. *smile* I appreciate your prayers for me. They're working because only answered prayer could have seen us through moreso lately than ever before (known). You're continuously in my prayers, as well.Loving you, too! *hug*Sistah A
hi avis,i have been walking through the shadow of death my whole life, for one reason or another, but i never forgot to talk to God about it, and ask for His help. he hasn't let me down yet, and i don't anticipate it ever happening, either. i didn't think things could get worse, and my youngest son and only child left at home, went to live with his father in delaware, 4 1/2 hours away. my other son is in germany in the air force, and my daughter goes into the army on october 20th.the only one i can count on is God, and i do, greatly.thank you for sharing this,my best to you,sueHi Sue,Sue, He'll never let you down, either. The challenge lately for me is me letting myself down. The talks we have with Him always bring us back to Him (our senses). I always scold myself after-the-fact knowing He will do what He said He will. He'll stand by His word. He WILL come through.I am always helped by your comments. When I pray for me, I will pray for others, too. Thank you for validating His goodness.Thank you again, Sue.Blessed regards,Avis
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