I remember vividly the season of transition after I made a right-but-hard decision to leave a familiar place with familiar people doing familiar work. I was left in the lurch of the in-between, not yet having the “next thing.” What I did have was plenty of questions, “opportunity,” time to (over)think, doubt about God’s faithfulness to provide, concerns about finances, and worry about how much of a burden I was to the people who had chosen to catch me.
Looking forward was overwhelming. And so unclear. But when I had shoved all my belongings into a storage unit for an undetermined period of time, I made sure to grab the last few years’ worth of prayer journals. I would just read and reread them, scouring them for all the evidence I could find that this wasn’t going to be the time that God left me out to dry. Because almost on a daily basis, that lie would creep in. What if this is the time He doesn’t come through? What if I made the wrong choice? What if I just flounder, never really finding the future God has for me?
Thankfully, several people in the Bible, just like Abraham, also faced this seemingly universal reality of uncertain futures. They too needed kind and consistent reminders from the past. We see in their stories how remembrance brings the past reality of who God is and what He has done to bear in the present. To let it inform how we respond, live, repent, and walk with God. Reading those old journals and remembering the Scripture that had been so pivotal in earlier seasons became part of the way I could cling to past promises that were still true. I needed to recall the specific ways I had seen God’s character play out in my life. I needed to remember so I would not forget.
Difficult seasons have a way of tempting us to forget the truth—to forget that God’s promises are still true. We question God’s loyalty when we can only see the brokenness in front of us or the uncertainty of what is to come. And it’s in those moments we need reminders like Abraham, that God has been faithful to His promises, and that will still be true in our most uncertain of days.
So, may the Lord bring to your mind what has been and remains true of Him: the universal and unique ways you have seen Him remain true to His character. And may you be reminded of this truth: He has never forgotten us.
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This speaks to exactly where I am at right now. We are in a transitional time and having to take a step back that’s really hard. God has been so faithful to me, I pray to be reminded of his faithfulness, and have renewed faith to see his miraculous handiwork in the future play out.
It is so incredibly difficult to trust in God sometimes. Not because He’s unworthy of my trust, but because of Satan’s schemes and his cunning way of convincing me that no one, not even God, can be trusted. It’s reminders like these, seeing how scriptures prove God’s faithfulness and that He is in fact worthy of being trusted, that I’m reminded that God is actively present, faithful, and fully in control of my life out of his eternal love and goodness. I’m so incredibly unworthy of Him, but I’m so incredibly thankful to have Him despite who I am and who I was. God, you are so incredible. Thank you.
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Amen!
no matter how uncertain things are, it is human to fear, but it is divine to remember and remain firm in God’s greatness
Not working for me
Fully convinced that God was able to do what He promised.
I love this! My prayer is that I remember this!
Glad to know I’m not the only one struggling to access this plan on the app… I’ve been trying for 3 days with no luck.
I’m unsuccessful with accessing this plan too! No fun
Hi Sheena! We were experiencing a glitch in the App that has now been resolved. If you continue to experience trouble, please feel free to reach out to our Community Engagement Team at [email protected]. We’re so grateful for you!
Not working for me.
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It worked for one day?? Anyone else?
Yes. Now it’s gone
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Do not working again??
Not working for me either.
Thank you
I have recently opened my own business, and in the hustle and bustle I have spent very little time in the word. I look forward to doing this study consistently and spending time with my father.
Thank you for this first day of what I expect will be a beautiful study. I am in a season of change and so often catch myself not trusting and self-doubting. He has provided for me for 60 years. Why on earth would he stop now. Trust in the lord. Know he is with us always and will guide us through. ❤️
I am so happy to find out the problem is being examined and pray it will be resolved soon. It has been amazing to discover how much I MISS the studies. Thank you so much for providing them. Will continue to pray the glitch will be resolved soon!
Okay thank you
Got part of it today and read the first 7 days then it went back to the error message.
Hey there! Unfortunately, we are still experiencing a glitch in our app that isn’t allowing People of Remembrance to download. We encourage you to keep checking back on the app for updates. In the meantime, feel free to read along through our website until we are able to get this issue fixed – https://shereadstruth.com/plans/people-of-remembrance/.
From the website:
Hi! We are currently experiencing a glitch in our app that isn’t allowing People of Remembrance to be downloaded or purchased for our users. This issue has been reported to our app development team, and they are currently working to get the problem corrected as soon as possible.
In the meantime, you can read along with People of Remembrance on our website at shereadstruth.com/plans. Like our app, you will find the daily scripture along with the devotion and community board through our website.
Thank you for posting this update and providing a workaround while we wait for a fix. Much appreciated.
Hello Hannah. Could you let the team also know that the feature of copying the verses on the app hasn’t been working for a couple of weeks now? Thanks!
Hi there! Thank you for bringing this issue to our attention. It has now been reported to our app development team. We’re so grateful for you and we apologize for the inconvenience.
Still unable to access. Frustrayef
Hey there! We are so sorry for the frustration this issue has caused. Unfortunately, we are still experiencing a glitch in our app that isn’t allowing People of Remembrance to download. We encourage you to keep checking back on the app for updates. In the meantime, feel free to read along through our website until we are able to get this issue fixed – https://shereadstruth.com/plans/people-of-remembrance/.
Did someone figure out a way to download the study as a subscriber. I am still getting an error
Hey there! Unfortunately, we are still experiencing a glitch in our app that isn’t allowing People of Remembrance to download. We encourage you to keep checking back on the app for updates. In the meantime, feel free to read along through our website until we are able to get this issue fixed – https://shereadstruth.com/plans/people-of-remembrance/.
I still cannot get it either.
Hey there! Unfortunately, we are still experiencing a glitch in our app that isn’t allowing People of Remembrance to download. We encourage you to keep checking back on the app for updates. In the meantime, feel free to read along through our website until we are able to get this issue fixed – https://shereadstruth.com/plans/people-of-remembrance/.
I emailed them through the website. They don’t check the comments here on the app. The only thing they said was to use the website to read the devotionals. They are working on the app. They have had a lot of issues with it, hope it gets resolved soon.
Thanks for this information!!
I’m a subscriber but my plan isn’t available to me.
I had to go through the preview just to see it. I have been trying since the beginning of this plan. I sent an email to SRT technical support. Praying that they get it fixed.
Hey there! Unfortunately, we are still experiencing a glitch in our app that isn’t allowing People of Remembrance to download. We encourage you to keep checking back on the app for updates. In the meantime, feel free to read along through our website until we are able to get this issue fixed – https://shereadstruth.com/plans/people-of-remembrance/.
Oh same for me! Really wanting the app to view devotionals along with the readings!
Hey there! Unfortunately, we are still experiencing a glitch in our app that isn’t allowing People of Remembrance to download. We encourage you to keep checking back on the app for updates. In the meantime, feel free to read along through our website until we are able to get this issue fixed – https://shereadstruth.com/plans/people-of-remembrance/.
I have also gotten the error message since the beginning. Is this being worked on by their team?
Still getting the error message. Please fix the app.
I also can’t download it. I have the book and have enjoyed this one so far but would love to be able to access it here.
Hey there! Unfortunately, we are still experiencing a glitch in our app that isn’t allowing People of Remembrance to download. We encourage you to keep checking back on the app for updates. In the meantime, feel free to read along through our website until we are able to get this issue fixed – https://shereadstruth.com/plans/people-of-remembrance/.
Me too! I already reached out to them on messenger. It took so long to get it up and now we can’t even download it.
Hey there! Unfortunately, we are still experiencing a glitch in our app that isn’t allowing People of Remembrance to download. We encourage you to keep checking back on the app for updates. In the meantime, feel free to read along through our website until we are able to get this issue fixed – https://shereadstruth.com/plans/people-of-remembrance/.
I get the error as well.
Hey there! Unfortunately, we are still experiencing a glitch in our app that isn’t allowing People of Remembrance to download. We encourage you to keep checking back on the app for updates. In the meantime, feel free to read along through our website until we are able to get this issue fixed – https://shereadstruth.com/plans/people-of-remembrance/.
I’m getting the error as well.
Hey there! Unfortunately, we are still experiencing a glitch in our app that isn’t allowing People of Remembrance to download. We encourage you to keep checking back on the app for updates. In the meantime, feel free to read along through our website until we are able to get this issue fixed – https://shereadstruth.com/plans/people-of-remembrance/.
Ok, I’m feeling better seeing others are having the same issue as well. I hope this is resolved soon
Hey there! Unfortunately, we are still experiencing a glitch in our app that isn’t allowing People of Remembrance to download. We encourage you to keep checking back on the app for updates. In the meantime, feel free to read along through our website until we are able to get this issue fixed – https://shereadstruth.com/plans/people-of-remembrance/.
I am a subscriber and getting an error too
Hey there! Unfortunately, we are still experiencing a glitch in our app that isn’t allowing People of Remembrance to download. We encourage you to keep checking back on the app for updates. In the meantime, feel free to read along through our website until we are able to get this issue fixed – https://shereadstruth.com/plans/people-of-remembrance/.
Getting error here on day 7
Hey there! Unfortunately, we are still experiencing a glitch in our app that isn’t allowing People of Remembrance to download. We encourage you to keep checking back on the app for updates. In the meantime, feel free to read along through our website until we are able to get this issue fixed – https://shereadstruth.com/plans/people-of-remembrance/.
I cannot even “Get” the app! It will not let purchase.
Hey there! Unfortunately, we are still experiencing a glitch in our app that isn’t allowing People of Remembrance to download. We encourage you to keep checking back on the app for updates. In the meantime, feel free to read along through our website until we are able to get this issue fixed – https://shereadstruth.com/plans/people-of-remembrance/.
Good morning. I keep getting an error. Not sure what is happening
Hey there! Unfortunately, we are still experiencing a glitch in our app that isn’t allowing People of Remembrance to download. We encourage you to keep checking back on the app for updates. In the meantime, feel free to read along through our website until we are able to get this issue fixed – https://shereadstruth.com/plans/people-of-remembrance/.
I was also very happy to see the plan this morning after waiting a whole week… and I’m getting the error message too. I’m so sad!
Me too!
Continuing to get an error as a subscriber
Hey there! Unfortunately, we are still experiencing a glitch in our app that isn’t allowing People of Remembrance to download. We encourage you to keep checking back on the app for updates. In the meantime, feel free to read along through our website until we are able to get this issue fixed – https://shereadstruth.com/plans/people-of-remembrance/.
Getting an error also.
Hey there! Unfortunately, we are still experiencing a glitch in our app that isn’t allowing People of Remembrance to download. We encourage you to keep checking back on the app for updates. In the meantime, feel free to read along through our website until we are able to get this issue fixed – https://shereadstruth.com/plans/people-of-remembrance/.
Same problem!
Issues with app for me too
Same here getting error message I have the book also but having issues with the app version!
I’m glad to hear others are having trouble too I thought it was just me
I keep getting an error message when I click the get button. Please help. Thank you.
Hey there! Unfortunately, we are still experiencing a glitch in our app that isn’t allowing People of Remembrance to download. We encourage you to keep checking back on the app for updates. In the meantime, feel free to read along through our website until we are able to get this issue fixed – https://shereadstruth.com/plans/people-of-remembrance/.
Same!!!!! I have the book, but tried to get the plan on the app and it’s an error too!!
Hey there! Unfortunately, we are still experiencing a glitch in our app that isn’t allowing People of Remembrance to download. We encourage you to keep checking back on the app for updates. In the meantime, feel free to read along through our website until we are able to get this issue fixed – https://shereadstruth.com/plans/people-of-remembrance/.
@SRT can you please help all your subscribers so we can access this reading plan via the app
Hey there! Unfortunately, we are still experiencing a glitch in our app that isn’t allowing People of Remembrance to download. We encourage you to keep checking back on the app for updates. In the meantime, feel free to read along through our website until we are able to get this issue fixed – https://shereadstruth.com/plans/people-of-remembrance/.
Does anyone know if this is the lent study? It only says it lasts three weeks.
Lent Study yes. Matthew is the second part for Lent.
Hi there! For the Lent 2024 season, we’re going to go through two studies: People of Remembrance & Matthew. We began People of Remembrance the week of Ash Wednesday. After finishing People of Remembrance, we’ll begin Matthew & finish it right on Easter. I hope this helps!
Yup, been having quite a few issues with this app recently, I hope they see this and fix it
Hey there! Unfortunately, we are still experiencing a glitch in our app that isn’t allowing People of Remembrance to download. We encourage you to keep checking back on the app for updates. In the meantime, feel free to read along through our website until we are able to get this issue fixed – https://shereadstruth.com/plans/people-of-remembrance/.
Yes, I’m a subscriber and I’m getting an error when trying to download as well. I guess it’s back to the website for the devo
Hey there! Unfortunately, we are still experiencing a glitch in our app that isn’t allowing People of Remembrance to download. We encourage you to keep checking back on the app for updates. In the meantime, feel free to read along through our website until we are able to get this issue fixed – https://shereadstruth.com/plans/people-of-remembrance/.
Is anyone else getting a “purchase error” when trying to download this study??
Yes, it is only letting me “preview” the study, not download it.
Hi! We are currently experiencing a glitch in our app that isn’t allowing People of Remembrance to be downloaded or purchased for our users. This issue has been reported to our app development team, and they are currently working to get the problem corrected as soon as possible.
In the meantime, you can read along with People of Remembrance on our website at shereadstruth.com/plans. Like our app, you will find the daily scripture along with the devotion and community board through our website.
Hi! We are currently experiencing a glitch in our app that isn’t allowing People of Remembrance to be downloaded or purchased for our users. This issue has been reported to our app development team, and they are currently working to get the problem corrected as soon as possible.
In the meantime, you can read along with People of Remembrance on our website at shereadstruth.com/plans. Like our app, you will find the daily scripture along with the devotion and community board through our website.
My first day using the App! Remembering God’s promises and faithfulness. He is always here, as He promised me long ago. “I can do all things through Him who strengthens me.” Almighty, all knowing Lord, may I walk faithfully before You all the days of my life. Amen.
Hi Tina, I have been absent and missed you all. The format of the previous study is just not conducive to my spiritual well being. I want to read a devotional and scripture then ponder it. Not just have a scripture and some questions. I have been doing a study at my church on 1 Corinthians and just started one on the Gospel of John for Lent. Hope everyone is well ♥️.
Difficult seasons have a way of tempting us to forget the truth—to forget that God’s promises are still true. We question God’s loyalty when we can only see the brokenness in front of us or the uncertainty of what is to come.
This sentence tugged at my heart to remind me of the time when remembering God’s promises felt like a tug of war with the then and now!
When He placed an angel in front of me on that beautiful pentecost day, I had no idea what was coming..
BUT GOD..
OH,my goodness He did..
For 24+ hours I was in turmoil, swinging between trusting God and listening to the world and what I believed was my hearts desire.
BUT GOD..
He placed and continues to place wonderful people in my way.. thank you God..
I was being tempted at every turn, and each time I would hold fast to Him, the hold got tighter, until my friend said to go find our prayer warrior friend who, for want of a better word, specialised in the occult..
After telling her my story, she said.. “We will pray for your heart to know peace, and we will pray for your thoughts to focus on God, and then we will pray for God to send an angel to watch over you…” It was in those words, that I realised God had already sent the angel, and that the internal peace I had had, even through the confusion of the past 24hours had been covered by the promised and present angel..
My angel, though did not speak, for sure, carried the “Do not be afraid..” words in its appearance..
God, had promised me, in showing me, years prior where my girl was, that HE would be with me through the journey.. He has never let me down, even when the world shows me that my innermost dreams could come to fruition if…
Praising God.. always thankful, forever grateful for His promises..
AMEN.
A tad late, but this is me..
I’m here ADRIENNE!
I have visitors, so have not been able to comment.. though I am reading along..
Love you guys..♥️
GIRL. I love that description of thinking it’ll be a certain way and then being disappointed. But his plan is so much greater than I can even fathom!
@Adrienne, you’re so sweet! I happen to come back here to read other comments. Somebody else posted that song not long ago. I’m going to be listening to it in the morning on repeat
Praying for the funk they are in. Tomorrow’s a new day. Maybe get outside and enjoy some sun if the suns up in your area or just be outside for some fresh air.
Hi all. I’m a bit confused. Is there a reason I can’t find this study book on the app? I have a subscription but it’s not there.
Good evening!
Hey, where’s TINA?
RHONDA J. Had I read your comment earlier, I woulda had that song running through my head ALL DAY (not that this woulda been bad!)
And, CEE GEE, always and all ways… So good!
And, MARI V., I heard a song the other day titled “MY Jesus” by Anne Wilson and totally thought of you.
Did you notice that two chapters earlier in Gen. 15, God promised to increase Abraham’s family? (Now you and I know that he tried to take matters into his own hands after this.) I wonder if that is why in Gen. 17… God spells it out that he will have a son through Sarah? I wonder if he misunderstood so badly, that God had to be more specific? Did God think… “Oh, golly… Abraham just. doesn’t. get. it.”
Does He think that about me too?
Two things…
1.) Are there app problems today? I wanted to buy the new study on the app but it’s not there.
2.) Prayers for me, please? I am just in a funk and kinda blue. I don’t know why. Thank you, sweet sisters.
Thank you so much for your prayers for my sil. Her surgery went very well w/o complications at this point. She will remain in the hospital for 2 nights. It is such a blessing to be able to ask for prayers from sisters around the world!
For those who are dealing with a diagnosis of dementia of any type, whether as a caregiver or patient, there is a book I highly recommend. It is “Finding Grace in the Face of Dementia” by John Dunlop, MD. It is written from a Christian perspective. It has been a great help to me and my family.
Good night she’s.
How much more rich of an experience this is to know that there are SHEs connected near and far though the Word this Lent season!
Today’s devotional really hit home today. I’ve been in this difficult season for a very long time. It has gotten worse not better, I just need to keep remembering that God has not forgotten me.
I was amazed as I started to read today’s Scriptures and devotion. With a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s, “remember” has become a very important word to me. In the Introduction in the book, I read, “And when our reality feels unstable and uncertain, there is a solid, steadying weight in remembering that helps us see Him more clearly in the present.” Many days, my reality feels unstable, uncertain and fearful. It’s when I cry out to God with all my anguish that He reminds me that He has always been with me, is with me now, and will be to the end – no matter what happens before I reach that end. I pray that He gives me the miracle of always being able to remember Him, my salvation through Jesus, and that He is always with me. I pray I’m always able to remember my daughter and grandchildren and the rest of my family. I pray, too, that He will take away the fear of what is to come, and help me to make the most of every day as it comes.
I’m praying for all of your requests, including:
JASMINE H – that your husband’s interview on Wednesday will go well, and that God will lead him to the job God is preparing for him.
RHONDA J – for your friend with liver failure and all who are ministering to her during this time
C – for your marriage and the financial difficulties you are experiencing
GRAMSIESUE – for God’s continuing strength that enables you to care for Steve, and for Steve’s continued healing
EVERS – for your husband to find the job God is preparing for him
KATYA and AMY STOCKWELL – that God will ease your fear of what is to come
Love and prayers for all my SRT sisters.
Twice God gives us one of his names! El Shaddai, God Almighty. Faithful, all powerful and everlasting!
I just loved this devotional so much, thank you so much LINDSEY. There is something that is so familiar and comforting through Lindsey’s words. I love keeping journals about prayers, God’s conversations, dreams and visions. The habit of re-reading is something very beautiful. To recognize the path now I am on has been prophesied before in my old journals a few years back is such a gift. Remembering the goodness of God does require some work to document, which I like to think of as “me-and-Jesus time” when I sit down and write. Sometimes it is difficult to re-live, but then, the victory… as I re-read and see tremendous victory, with the outburst of tears of joy and thanksgiving to God. I need to re-visit more of my old journals and be encouraged through the living epistles that God has blessed me with.
@KELLY (NEO): thank you for your prayers, I was thinking of my friend D too and was about to check on her, and you did too! How sweet.❤️
@EVERS: new job opportunities to open soon for your husband and good work relationships.
@LYNN FROM AL: prayers for you and Jack, more strength and grace.
@GRAMSIESUE: may healing come quickly for Steve, and some help as you take on more chores.
@ARLENE: grace, rescue and strength for the difficult season you are in now.
@RHONDA J: healing for your friend’s liver issues.
@LINDA IN NC: successful surgery for your SIL and strong recovery.
@JASMINE H: job interview and job offer for your husband.
@JULIA C: amen, great to see you ❤️
Thinking of DOROTHY today, and I am lifting prayers for her son ANDREW and dil DANI, little baby GEORGE. May God cover them in strength, good health, abundance of peace, kindness, love and provision for all they may need.
Be blessed dear sisters.❤️
RHONDA thank you for sharing that song. I remember that and was happy to sing it along with probably many others here as we read it.
When I read Galatians 3:29, the commentary in my NLT Bible pointed me back to Genesis 12:3. And then Genesis 12:3 led me to Galatians 3:8. Both of them, reiterate what God said to Abraham- “All nations will be blessed through you.” And Abraham chose to trust God and believe in that promise. Because of the blessing to Abraham, we are heirs. We are children of the Most High King! Woohoo! We will live forever with our Lord and Savior!
I am reading through your requests and praying today sisters. As someone mentioned, it is wonderful to be able to say that you are my sisters because of the promise given to Abraham.
❤️
What Lindsay wrote is so true. We have to remind ourselves of all that God has done when we are going through times that are difficult or transitional.
I did this when I retired and it was amazing how God used that time to get me ready for a new chapter in my life. God is always faithful to his promises and to His children.
Just sit down and start writing down all God has done for you, big and small. Just remember, we are here on purpose for a purpose.
“Lord. I believe; help my unbelief.” Mk 9:24b
Offering this as a prayer for all you lovely she’s!
The father knew Jesus could heal his child, just as we know He is faithful and we can always lean on Him. So comforting to know we don’t have to believe (or behave!) perfectly. Whew! Help me surrender my burdens to you, dear Father.
Good morning beautiful She’s and Happy Monday! I’m OFF today and took-my-time reading through the scriptures. Loving looking out the window on a very cold BUT sunny beautiful morning. I’m already loving the start of our Lent devotional. Two things stood out to me that Lindsey mentions: “I needed to remember so I would not forget.” and “He never has forgotten us.” SO true to life. Never, ever did I feel abandoned or forgotten during my dark season of the unknown in my verbally and emotionally abusive marriage. BUT GOD, our Faithful loving GOD was with me every step of the way even when I didn’t know what my next step was going to be. Even when I was sitting at my usual spot during those early mornings for my quiet time and crying out to Jesus, “how long”. I know that I know HE was with me. AND it got ugly and scary towards the end, but I knew MY JESUS was with me. I am forever GRATEFUL and ALL the GLORY to MY Jesus seeing me through that difficult season. I became strong! And its ALL because of My JESUS! Today, my own kids have written about it! GOD gets ALL the glory. I still get emotional when I think about it or write like l am right now, BUT I’m grateful that I am safe, I am loved, and I am and will be OK.
I read these passages a few weeks ago and the thing that struck me most was that even when Abraham and Sarah decided to “Help God” by having the servant give birth to a child, God didn’t turn his back on them, he still went forth with his plan and blessed Ishmael as well.
How many times have I tried to help God with his plan. What mess that’s made. Even today I find myself digging out of messes with God’s help. I’m not trying to fix things on my own. I have to remember this as I move forward. I know there are some rough times ahead because of my life circumstances however, when I will succeed if I keep my eyes on God’s plan. All that said, it’s my fears that often creep in and help me make poor decisions so I’m trying to keep scriptures in my mind that combat the fear and remind me God is always with me.
I’m in this season where I think God is about to ask me to give something up. And I’m panicking. Had a small anxiety battle this morning before work. I haven’t logged in here to read in a while. But! These verses today (which I used to read so passively) spoke so much truth to me today. And the reminder that God has always sent “KIND and consistent reminders” (always so kind!). I have no idea what’s coming ahead, because, even if it’s all good blessings, I know I’m not skilled enough to properly steward them, and I think I panic about my own weakness. But God knows and He will be the one doing all the work. I just need to rest in His truth and stay diligent in my pursuit of Him.
Good morning She’s. Remembering the Lord’s faithfulness in my life and oh how GRATEFUL! So easy now to look back on some of my wants or thought needs, unfulfilled and am grateful. There were reasons and He knew better. Kris – Amen. C. – prayers . Rhonda – sang that old hymn as I read your post. Adrienne – liked your last comment “How is your walk today sweet sisters? Make it a faithful and blameless one.”. Jasmine – for your husband’s interview. Gramsisue – good news regarding Steve, prayers as you both move forward Lifting needs stated and on hearts.
Hello SRT ladies! Long time reader here, but I don’t post often. I am asking for prayer for my husband. He has been out of work since December. He had an interview a week ago that went really well. He has also applied for countless jobs. Can you please pray he finds a job soon? We KNOW the Lord will provide and I feel strongly that the Lord spoke “February” to me back in December as the month he would find a job. Our God is faithful. Thanks for praying!
In counseling, I have been taught that when I feel a fearful to remember the how everything has worked out in the past. That is not say that everything turned out perfect or that I did not go trough hardships. But the fact remains, I did overcome it. God carried me. He raised me up when I did not have the strength. He is always there and will continue to be so.
Remembrance.
Yes, remembering God’s past faithfulness helps get me through the current journey.
I can easily become anxious when circumstances don’t work out as I had hoped.
But God….
He doesn’t act on my timetable.
But He does provide.
I wouldn’t have chosen this wilderness journey. But I know there is a purpose in it. And God shows His goodness in so many ways and meets all our needs.
Steve’s face is starting to show signs of healing. He can close his left eye now. So we are hopeful that his hands and feet will begin healing soon. Nerves take a long time to heal so it may be 2-3 years before he can feel his feet and hands. Which means 2-3 yrs of me hauling a wheelchair around for him, taking out the trash, doing all the things that Steve used to take care of…and I pray I do this with grace and love.
Remembering all God has already done helps get me through each day.
Prayers and hugs to all you shes today. ❤️
“Difficult seasons have a way of tempting us to forget the truth—to forget that God’s promises are still true.” So true. It can be easy to forget if we let ourselves fall into the trap that Satan lays before us, putting doubts and fears in our heart and mind. This devotional makes me think of David in the book of Psalms. So many times he had difficulties, hardships, moments and seasons of despair that he records throughout the Psalms. But after he voices his doubts and concerns – he always ends with remembering how God has rescued him and how good God is. One example is Psalm 13:1-6. At the start of this song David questions God’s faithfulness but he ends it, trusting in God’s unfailing love. In this life, because we are human we will at times doubt and fear and that’s OK – as long as we don’t stay there – but remember that God is faithful, He is all knowing and all powerful and we can trust Him to always be there to “work out” His plan for our lives.
@Jasmine H – praying for your husband’s interview on Wednesday.
@Linda in NC – praying for your sister-in-law as she faces this risky surgery today and for wisdom for the doctors and that God will guide their hands.
@Rhonda J. – praying for your friend who is in liver failure.
@C. – praying for your and your husband as you go through these financially challenging times. Just remember God is faithful, He knows your needs even before you ask AND He owns the cattle on a thousand hills and the wealth in every mine! He will always provide, in His way and in His time – keep trusting & turning to Him! ❤️
Have a blessed Monday dear She’s!
I agree Michelle Pattire, we are so fickle. Unbelief creeps in and we doubt God’s goodness. It’s a daily struggle but God is so patient with us.
My prayer is that in the difficult season I’m in right now God would bring to my memory how He has been so faithful throughout my life. That he would bring to my memory all those times He carried me. Many years ago our ladies group did the Beth Moore video series “Believing God”. We were encouraged to write out our legacy of faith focusing on 10 year segments and asking the question, Where was God present in your life for each segment? This was a great exercise in realizing that He had always been near, even if I didn’t realize it.
I know this devotional is supposed to be about remembering, but something struck me so hard, that I have to share. In the first reading, Gen 17:6, God says that He will make Abraham extremely fruitful. Well, to me, that sounds like Abraham will have many, many children. But we know he only had 2. God went on later to tell us that all the descendants of Abraham are considered his children. But before that, I would have thought that Abraham himself was going to have a huge lot of children. I wonder how many times I have heard from God and put my own spin on what I heard, and therefore expected something from God, and when I didn’t get it I was disappointed and disillusioned by it. Something I’m beginning to get very familiar with is that God doesn’t give us the whole picture when He tells us something. He expects us to live by faith, not by what we see Him doing. In Romans 4:20 the bible tells us that Abraham did not waver at God’s promises, but was strengthened in his faith and gave glory to God because he was fully convinced that God was going to do what He promised. Wow. Fully convinced. Can I be like that? Am I fully convinced that God will bring about things He’s promised me – especially when it doesn’t look at all like what I expect? If God promised me something and in my head it looks a certain way but that’s not what God meant, can I be fully convinced that God will do what He promised? This is where living so close to God is so important, allowing Him to shape our ideas and thoughts and pictures in our heads of what things are supposed to look like. Being in such close communion with Him allows us to remove our own thoughts and let His thoughts take over.
JASMINE – *PREP* for interview! Didn’t see the error til posted!
LINDSEY JACOBI – Thank you!
“We see in their stories how remembrance brings the past reality of who God is and what He has done to bear in the present. To let it inform how we respond, live, repent, and walk with God.”
Do not be afraid.
In Genesis 15:1, God encourages Abraham:
“Do not be afraid, Abram.
I am your shield; …”
In Genesis 26:24 God encourages Isaac: “Do not be afraid, for I am with you.”
I learned in our Sunday School lesson for yesterday that the statement to Abraham was the first time we see “do not be afraid” in the OT.
We can be assured that He is forever near (I am with you) and He is our protector (I am your shield) ALWAYS and in ALL WAYS.
Praise God from Whom ALL BLESSINGS flow!
Beautiful comments and ponderings, sisters! Praying per requests, specifically today, LINDA IN NC for your sister in law – safety through and successful results with surgery.❤
JASMINE – husband’s peek for interview. ❤
This devo is beyond accurate for where I am right now in life. Even though I was told in 2012 I would be going through the season I’m going through, I still doubt, worry and fear. But His Word NEVER changes no matter what I feel or what it looks like to the natural eye.
Praying for you, Michelle! I so relate to what you said! <3
The way things have been lately, I definitely needed to be reminded of Abraham. And that God will still be there during all these times of uncertainty in my life. I feel like life has been crazy for my husband and I. We get to a point where our financial situation gets better and then it just comes crashing down. It’s our first year of marriage, so I know there will be challenges. And I know God will provide for us and be there for us. Asking for prayers during all of this. I don’t know if there’s anything specific, just asking for prayers.
I want to be fully convinced. I need the Lord’s Word to transform my heart to believe Him. It is annoying, to wrestle with unbelief, and doubt the character of God. He does not change, and I know that, yet still I hold doubt. Lord help me trust Your word over my abilities.
GM She’s!
I am happy to read a devotional study again, as it helps me put the scripture into the context of how it relates to us today. I know we all have been scared and weary of the “what next!” How is this going to work out? Does God really have a plan? How do I know if I am following it?
I have always had the type of “no fear” personality, but my way was good and fun, so I thought, in those teens and 20’s till one day I found myself at the bottom of a pit wondering how in the world I got there. Then I realized my ways are not His ways. I would like to say it all turned glorious from that point, but I am stubborn and still thought I should jump ahead of God’s plan for me. But God..he was patient. Years ahead, I am so much further with God and trust. We jumped into our dream to move here to Florida, and I am trying to hold God’s hand, and the rewards are big. I don’t know what lies ahead, but I hope the trust will remain. I think of you dear she’s though that they have some serious challenges and requests. I hope you lean into Him, and thank you for sharing where you are. I have a friend that is in liver failure, and she posted on FB last night. It’s interesting, what do you put out there to people that may be the last time they hear from you?!
Jen B- Praying for your interviews this week.
Prayers for the sister’s eye surgery.
The old hymn..”Standing on the Promises” is going through my mind. So I had to look up the lyrics! Have a great day!
1.Standing on the promises of Christ my king,
through eternal ages let his praises ring;
glory in the highest, I will shout and sing,
standing on the promises of God.
Refrain:
Standing, standing,
standing on the promises of God my Savior;
standing, standing,
I’m standing on the promises of God.
2 Standing on the promises that cannot fail,
when the howling storms of doubt and fear assail,
by the living Word of God I shall prevail,
standing on the promises of God. [Refrain]
3 Standing on the promises of Christ the Lord,
bound to him eternally by love’s strong cord,
overcoming daily with the Spirit’s sword,
standing on the promises of God. [Refrain]
4 Standing on the promises I cannot fall,
listening every moment to the Spirit’s call,
resting in my Savior as my all in all,
standing on the promises of God. [Refrain]
Lyndsey:
You do not know just how prophetic your words are for me today and how blessed I am to have read them.
Thank you so much and may others be blessed as well.
Romans 4:20-21
*AMEN!!!! Whatever it takes (I know the cost is very deep & steep) let this be so in my/our lives!!!
1 Chronicles 16:15-17
*Remember. Have Faith. Believe!! What God establishes, He makes permanent!! He ALWAYS follows through!!
Genesis 17:5 Genesis 17:15 Genesis 35:10
*I love how these verses give an obvious nod to “All Things New”. You will no longer be known by the old way, but by this NEW way!!! SO powerful!! God is SO Good to us!!! ..Makes me wonder/think about all the places God has given me a “new name” aka a new way! Wow!! He has been and continues to be SO faithful!!! SO thankful!!! Let me see, recognize and believe You God, I subject and submit myself wholly to You and give You free rein to fully reign in my life!! Amen. And all glory to You!! Thank You Father!
Psalm 37:3-7 Psalm 37:13 Psalm 37:18 Psalm 37:23-24 Psalm 37:29-31 Psalm 37:34 Psalm 37:37-40
*God brought this Psalm to mind when reading Genesis 17. Amazing how perfectly these 2 chapters tie together and complement one another!! AWESOME how God works and how He is always connecting things!!! Such an AMAZING God we serve!!
Genesis 17:1-2
*such a high calling God has called us to!! Live IN His presence and be blameless!! This means living by HIS Way alone!!! Challenging but oh SO good!!! It brings us close to Him!! I also love the covenant and the promise!!! God establishes and faithfully follows through ALWAYS!!! Such a good reminder!!!
I will do the readings after I listen to the podcast, but wanted to see what some of my fave She’s had to say.
Amen, SEARCHING… am I walking faithfully all the time? Nope. And I know I’m not walking blamelessly… I am thankful that my spotty faith jumps in there, and that I’m forgiven.
How is your walk today, sweet sisters? Make it a faithful and blameless one.
I was in tears by the first verse this morning as I started reading Gen 17:1 … “I am Almighty God; walk before Me and be blameless.” NKJV.
The NIV adds “faithfully” after Me.
As I go through life, I walk before Almighty God, El Shaddai, all day every day. Am I walking faithfully?
KELLY (NEO) fully convinced – thank you. Lord, please strengthen my faith!
YVONNE MORTER – I had the same problem and switched to the digital subscription so I can enlarge on my screen as needed.
LINDA IN NC – praying for your SIL this morning
JASMINE H – praying for your husband’s upcoming interview
Father that I always remember Hour promises are Yes and Amen. Reward my faith; forgive my doubt. In Jesus name, Amen
I forgot how much I missed these types of studies but the last one was great!
I am so thankful for the ways God reminds me, reminds each of us of His faithfulness. His promises are Yes and Amen in Christ! I was reminded yesterday at church that He has not ever abandoned us or forgotten us….I’m so grateful for the reminder again today!!! We are never alone! And He is always good!!!
Good morning! It’s a wet and rainy Monday here in Georgia. We say all the time we are Sisters in Christ and thanks to God’s covenant with Abraham, we are! Praise to our God Almighty, who doesn’t give up on us, generation after generation.
“He was fully convinced that what God had promised, he was also able to do”
Fully convinced
Fully (100%)
Convinced (persuaded)
Lord fill me with the confidence in You and Your promises that I may stand furm in the truth of Your faithfulness despite what I see or am experiencing in the “now.”
LINDA IN NC – praying for your SIL’s surgery today. May the Lord bring peace to her and the family and wisdom and skill to the medical team.
Dear Father,
Thank you for the eternal covenant you made with us through your son Jesus. In Him we find all we are and need:
In Christ we are redeemed.
In Christ we are daugthers of God.
In Christ we are sisters in the family of God.
In Christ we are home.
In Christ is our identity.
Let us not waver in unbelief at your promise but strengthen us in our faith so that we can give you all the glory. Let us be fully convinced that you are able to do what you have promised.
AMEN.
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Dear Sisters in Christ,
I will lift up your requests to our Father.
JASMINE H – Praying that God will be with your husband during his job interview on Wednesday.
To Him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you before his glorious presence without fault and with great joy – Jude 24
Lord, thank you that you are always remembering us.
Please pray for my husband as he has a job interview this Wednesday.
With love from across the pond in the UK