Laugh Without Fear Of The Future

Who doesn't fear the future? We all do because not a single person on this earth can tell us what will happen next. Scary, isn't it? But, there is a way we can live life full of joy without letting our fears control us. There is a way that we can laugh without fear of the future. 

As I was going through my Bible time, I stumbled upon this verse:

"She is clothed with strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future." (Proverbs 31:25)

Oh wouldn't we all love to face the future with laughter? 

I sure wished I could. 

It was such a beautiful verse, yet not a beautiful verse living in me. There I found myself scared, depressed, and helpless just thinking about my future. Not for a second could I think about my future and laugh. 

I was at a point where God had asked me to let go of something so dear to me, and I couldn't help but fear the future. It didn't make sense, and I felt like I just made the most ridiculous move in my life. 

But it was at this moment when God reminded me of this truth that I needed to sow in my heart:

God loves me, and he is a good father. 

I finally realized the secret to that Proverbs 31:25 verse -it's a simple concept, yet one that makes all the difference. Knowing how much our God loves us is the foundation we need to be able to hold through the struggles in life.

Yes I had doubts of where God was taking me, but I went back to the foundational truth that he loves me, and will always lead me to his best. 

God wants you to know that you are his beloved child, and he is your father. He loves you, and wants the best for you. Whatever and wherever he is taking you, trust him because he loves you. This is a fact that nothing and no one in this world can take away. 

Romans 8:38 says, "And I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from God's love. Neither death nor life, neither angels or demons, neither our fears for today nor our worries about tomorrow - not even the power of hell can separate us from God's love."

God's love for you will never fail nor fade. His love will never fail to please you, fill you, and strengthen you. Your father in heaven loves you so much that he wants you to go through the journey of facing the unknown with joy, knowing that he will be with you through each step of the way.

We all laugh when we are happy, but the kind of laughter that God wants to give to you is not one that comes from happiness, which is an instant state of contentment based on a circumstance. Instead, God wants to give you laughter that comes from joy, a contentment that is not based on our circumstance, but in the Lord alone. 

True joy can only come from God. You can have joy no matter what you face in life because it is fueled through hope in God. You can laugh without fear of the future because you hold the firm truth that God will take care of you. Nothing in this world can give you assurance that you will be ok, but God can if you put your trust in him and obey him. 

God loves you, and that is all you need to know to make it through. So remember, laugh without fear of the future. 

Do The Impossible

The world teaches us that nothing is impossible, but their definition of impossible is still limited to the scientific laws that exists. God's definition of impossible however has no limits or boundaries. Raising the dead, healing the sick, and other unexplainable events do have an explanation for them - and that all goes to God. With God, you are empowered to do the impossible.  

I've seen some people do extraordinary things such as prophesying, healing the blind and disabled, and even casting out demons. I have always thought that those gifts were given only to certain people, and I automatically assumed that I wasn't one of them. 

I even admired the disciples of Jesus from the New Testament. Disciples such as Paul, who was used greatly by God has a legacy that still goes on until today. He healed the sick, grew the church by thousands, and casted out demons wherever he went. It was in this moment of admiration when God spoke a truth into my life: 

"You, are also called to do the impossible."

God didn't write the bible with the miraculous stories of the disciples to leave us in amazement, but to inspire us that we too by the Holy Spirit can do the impossible. The Holy Spirit who helped Paul is still the same Holy Spirit that lives with us today. 

We are living in the New Testament days, the same days that Paul was living in. Jesus had already risen and left Paul with the Holy Sprit. We too are living in the days where the Holy Spirit now reigns on this Earth. If the bible was still being written today, your life would be a part of the New Testament, just before the book of Revelations. 

The same Holy Spirit that was in Paul, desires to use you in unbelievable ways. Mark 16:17-18 says, "And these signs will accompany those who believe: In my name they will drive out demons; they will speak in new tongues..they will place their hands on sick people, and they will get well." 

You are called to do the impossible. 

No matter who you are or what you did, God desires to use you greatly to show off his glory to this world. The Holy Spirit was given for you to do the impossible. You too can heal the sick, cast out demons, and change this world. Through doing the impossible, you will uncover the power and realness of God to this world. Now is the time to show the world who God is. 

Evil is only growing, and it can only be stopped by the glory and truth of God. Be that disciple of God who shows the world that our Lord is alive. If you want to change the world, the best way to do it is through the Holy Spirit. Are you allowing the Holy Spirit to use you to your greatest potential?  

Ephesians 3:20 says, "Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us." God has so much in store for you that you can't even imagine. He has a greater purpose for you in this world, and it is your job to let him use you for his glory. 

In the beginning stages of my Christian journey with Christ, I just wanted to know what I needed to do to be right with God. Now, I want to know how far I can be used by God. I want to know him deeper and to see his amazing works upon my life for his glory. Whether it be healing the sick, prophesying, or even saving a single soul to Christ, I want to do it all. 

Do you want to see how far God can use you? You are not excluded to do the impossible, and God plans to use you to advance his kingdom on Earth. You are called to do something greater than yourself! So remember, do the impossible.