What are you holding back from God?Today's Scripture:
She was in bitterness of soul, and prayed to the Lord and wept in anguish.
1 Samuel 1:10
Every woman grows up with dreams and expectations. Hannah was no different. In here era and culture, women were valued for their ability to produce children. So Hannah had probably grown up dreaming of the children she'd raise and love and call her own. Life hadn't turned out as Hannah had expected. Year after year, she remained barren. She had a husband who adored her, but her dreams of children hadn't come true. Over the years, the pain of life not turning out the way she expected apparently brought some bitterness into Hannah's soul. That was here frame of mind when she visited the temple and began to pray. As she silently talked to God, she didn't hide her feelings. She let her tears and her emotions pour out. When was the last time you let it all pour out to God? Are you in need of that talk with and if so what are you waiting for?
Many women, like Hannah, face unfulfilled dreams and disappointments. For whatever reasons, their lives aren't turning out as they expected. That kind of discouragement can gnaw at a woman's heart. Often when a woman's heart is hurting, she's tempted to avoid God but continue to act as if everything is okay.
When you face a disappointment - whether it is a long-term heartache or a brief pain- know that God cares.
He understands your feelings. You can follow Hannah's example by going to God and pouring your heart out before him. Be as intense as you want. Go to him with an honest heart, no matter what feelings you have.
Selah people' and friends never hold anything back from God when you're talking to him. Like Hannah, enjoy having a relationship with God so free that you can talk to Him about anything.
"Let today be the day that we re-introduce ourselves to our best friend and really tell Him all about our troubles."
Your pastor ~ Via Mobile: Mount Olive, NC
Rev Patrick Muston
Sermon: "A Touch of Cure"
Link provided below to our media site with this week's special music provided by Michael Higgins and our online audio sermon shared at Selah Christian Church September 6, 2009...http://selahmedia.tripod.com
Have a blessed week and mark your calander for the Grantham Community Revival that starts this Sunday at Eureka Church at 6pm with a meal provided. We will spend five days in five churches sharing revival with one another.
For schedule just check http://selahchurch.com you will find it under "Bits & Pieces".
In Christ service,Rev Patrick Muston
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