He said, "Take the arrows;" and he took them. He said to the king of Israel, "Strike the ground;" and he struck three times, and stopped. The man of God was angry with him, and said, "You should have struck five or six times. Then you would have struck Syria until you had consumed it; whereas now you will strike Syria just three times." 2 Kings 13:18'19 WEB.Israel had repeatedly been invaded by Syria for years, and King Joash constantly had to defend against their attacks. Their cities were taken and retaken. It was a never-ending struggle. So the prophet Elisha told the king what to do, but Joash did half as much as Elisha intended. The conflict could have ended earlier if he had just done what the Lord instructed a little longer.
When struggling with an addiction or bondage, we often stop just short of the end. We have it beaten. The desire is nearly gone. We are almost free, but then we relax, and it begins to grow stronger again. Soon we are struggling with it once more. Once again, we didn't see it entirely through to the end. You have to be ruthless, desperate, and relentless to get free of it. You can never let your guard down, never think you are immune to things that bound you in the past.
God will help you get free from things that bind you. He will guide you, but you must work with Him one day at a time. You have to continue to do your part until the end of it. It's like climbing a slippery hill. When you fall, get back up, and take another step forward. If you lay there, you will slide right back down to the bottom and have to start over. So get up quickly, and take the next step towards your freedom.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, please renew my energy and clear my mind. Help me see what could be. Refresh my hope. I want what You want. May Your kingdom come, and my kingdom go. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!Note: This morning, we will be hosting our RHM Live Online church service. This is a special time of worship, prayer, fellowship and an inspiring message. All are welcome! Here is the link to join:
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God bless everyone, amen.
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Amen, clear my mind and renew my hope Lord!
Amen Good Morning Everyone Have A Bless Day
Amen and Amen!!! One day at a time with the Lord, leaning on His everlasting arm!!! What an encouragement to listen to today's message, and to be able to attend today's service again! What a way to start the day and another week, and to face tomorrow with the LORD! Thank you so much Pastor Dion and dear Sylvia, love you both!!! (L) (h5)
Yes, amen Lord Jesus, amen.
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Amen. Heavenly Father, i am grateful for your guidance & Mercy. I couldn't do this without You!! Amen
So true in many issues. God give me the strength to overcome my issues Amen
Amen My Lord!
In Lord Yeshua's name I ask this. Amen.
I GO TO A CHURCH/MISSION THAT ARE MANY THAT HAVE BEEN IN PRISON OR PAROL, ADDICTIONS, AND SO FORTH...WOW WHAT A DIFFERECNCE WHEN THEY TRUELY ACCEPT JESUS CHRIST AS THIER LORD & SAVIOUR. MANY HAVE GOTTEN CHILDREN BACK, MARRIED. HOMES.JOBS AND THE LIST GOES ON _ ON...ON THE LOVE OF GOD THE FATHER FOR ALL OF US. HOW HE WANTS FOR US TO HAVE A TRUE PERSONAL RELATIONSHIP WITH THEM, FATHER,SON,HOLY SPIRIT.WHEN WE DO THAT, WE CAN DEFEAT SATAN & HIS EMPS AND WHATEVER IS BINDING US UP, INCLUDING SICKNRSS.
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Amen Lord. satan I bind up every wicked scheme working against me and my marriage. I cast out every selfish spirit and declare above all else ..Love in Jesus Name.