In 2 Corinthians 1:8-11, Paul talks nigh beingness nether as well as thus much stress that he “despaired of life itself.”
Then he explains that this happened as well as thus that he would rely on God, non on himself.
I oftentimes endeavor to rely on myself. Sometimes fifty-fifty when I’m praying, my hear is planning my "strategy" for dealing alongside a work instead of listening for God’s.
It’s comforting to know that Scripture offers advice when nosotros brand that mistake:
1. Be honest nigh your province of affairs (verses 8-9).
2. Realize it is happening for a run (verse 9).
3. Remember that you lot are relying on the God who tin flame heighten the dead (verse 9).
4. Remember God’s by faithfulness (verse 10).
5. Set your promise on God's ability as well as purposes (verse 10).
6. Ask others to pray for you lot (verse 11).
Are you lot caught inwards a hard situation? Rely on God, non on yourself!
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