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God has a plan for each of our lives. But the thing that has disturbed me recently is that I am seeing many people either giving up on that plan or doubting the plan of God for their life. But the Word tells us that God does have a plan—a good plan.


God has a plan for each of our lives. But the thing that has disturbed me recently is that I am seeing many people either giving up on that plan or doubting the plan of God for their life.

But the Word tells us that God does have a plan—a good plan. Jeremiah 29:11 says,

For I know the thoughts and plans that I have for you, says the Lord, thoughts and plans for welfare and peace and not for evil, to give you hope in your final outcome.
(Jer. 29:11 AMP)
We are living in perilous times, times in which everything that can be shaken will be shaken. These are times when the enemy is seeking whom he may destroy—and many are being devoured. I want to encourage you today: Don't become a defeated statistic. Be an overcoming statistic!

We live in a natural world. In this world, we are going to have trials and tests. Look at what it says in 2 Corinthians:
For even when we arrived in Macedonia, our bodies had no ease or rest, but we were oppressed in every way and afflicted at every turn—fighting and contentions without, dread and fears within [us].
(2 Cor. 7:5 AMP)
Doesn't that sound like the world in which we are living? Everywhere we turn, there is a lack of ease and rest.

We are stressed out, worn out, and fighting sickness in our body. We have financial concerns, family distress, and concerns about our stability.

All of this outward pressure begins to work on the inside until suddenly, we are not only hit from the outside, but inward fears begin to dominate us. We begin to be afraid of what may happen to us, our family, our job, and our country.

No one knew more about adversities and hardships than the Apostle Paul. He faced tremendous obstacles and challenges in life. I believe the enemy was continually trying to discourage him because Paul was doing so many great things for the Lord.

I believe that God has called us in the "faith movement" to carry out a tremendous task for God. When you have a mandate to do great things for the Lord and you step out in faith with big dreams and visions, I guarantee that the enemy will do everything he can to discourage you from accomplishing those dreams.

One day I was complaining to God about a problem that I was encountering. In my conversation with God, I said, "Lord, why is it that I just seem to go from one obstacle to another, from one challenge to another? Why is it that I just can't have a time of no adversities?"

He spoke ever so loudly to me, saying, "Dummy (that got my attention), haven't you read in My Word, 'In the world you have tribulation and trials and distress and frustration; but be of good cheer [take courage; be confident, certain, undaunted]! For I have overcome the world'"? (John 16:33) God was telling me that He has not only conquered the world, but He has also deprived the world of power to harm me.

The Lord said, "Lynette, as long as you're on this earth, you're going to encounter problems." He was even humorous when He asked, "Okay, which problem would you rather have?" (To us, some problems in life seem greater than others.)

He said, "Quit concentrating on the problem, and keep your eye on the Problem Solver. In Me, you can have perfect peace and confidence, for I have overcome the world for you. I have deprived it of power to harm you."

I'm telling you—that set me free. It set me free from constantly being burdened down with the everyday cares of life. I realized that the problems I faced were mere distractions to keep me from accomplishing the plan of God for my life.

If you are going to navigate through the circumstances of life, it is important to take your eyes off the problem and focus on the One Who can solve all of your problems.

Each time an obstacle comes your way, let your confession be: "My Lord has overcome the world for me. My trust is in Him. The battle is not mine, but the Lord's. With God, all things are possible. Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the Lord delivers me out of them all."

As you begin declaring your confessions of faith, you will see the circumstances of your life turn around. You will walk in peace and confidence, knowing that God will turn all things for your good. And you will fulfill the perfect will of God in your life.


Kenneth Hagin Ministries. Reprinted by permission.

Author Biography

Lynette Hagin
Web site: Rhema
 
Passionate, joyful, and vibrant . . . these words best describe Lynette Hagin. Lynette is an author, teacher, and conference speaker and host. She serves as the Director of Rhema Bible Training College and General Manager of Kenneth Hagin Ministries. She also assists her husband, Kenneth W. Hagin, in pastoring Rhema Bible Church.
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