Biblical Keys to OVERCOMING – 2014 Theme

“For whatever is born of God overcomes the world; and this is the victory that has overcome the world—our faith.” 1 John 5:3-5

Every day I search the Scriptures for inspiration, guidance and strength. Over the years I have selected key Bible verses as life themes…as I pray for God to speak to me personally. In the past some of God’s Rhemas (spoken words) have included promises about: trust, redemption, calling, purpose, surrender, transformation, hope, courage, generosity, harvest, grace, peace, abundance, peace and for this season:
OVERCOMING
by grace for strength and hope!

• To prevail over, surmount the obstacles
  To conquer, gain the victory;
  To overpower, as with emotion; affect deeply
  To get the better of in a struggle; to defeat the enemy

Why overcoming? Because of the continual opposition of the enemy with pain, grief and suffering. It was very difficult for me to blog in 2013—too much acute pain both at the beginning and end of the year. Even though I write almost every day—in my prayer journal, e-mails, Facebook, and most importantly for my writing project (which include books, seminars and testimonials)—I could not blog! It is easier for me to share through speaking—“talking” just comes naturally. Transparency in writing for publication is a tough assignment when you hurt. Truly, since my early twenties I have a compelling conviction to write…so here goes!

This year my journey is going to be about overcoming in faith. The key to overcoming for me is remembering God is my source.

Here are five keys I found to help me overcome:

1. Turn to God, draw near His heart and trust Him to take care of you.
2. Cry, pray and express your anguish transparently to God and share with trustworthy confidents and friends.
3. Accept, receive and continue to ask for prayer, help and support.
4. Remember His promises and keep your faith in God.
5. Trust and obey…for this the way to overcome in Jesus!

“Although the world is full of suffering, it is also full of the overcoming of it.”  Helen Keller

“Acceptance of what has happened is the first step to overcoming
the consequences of any misfortune.”  William James

“Above all the grace and the gifts that Christ gives to his beloved
is that of overcoming self.”  Francis of Assisi

“And they overcame…because of the blood of the Lamb
and because of the word of their testimony, and they did not love their life even when faced with death.”
Revelation 12:11 NASB