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A Call to Trust the Living God

Brethren, I do not write to you with clever speech or lofty words, but with a burden burning in my bones: Trust in the Living God! For in these days, many have turned aside. They have leaned on their own understanding, trusted in the arm of flesh, and sought the approval of men instead of the presence of the Lord. But the Spirit cries out—return to the Rock, return to the One who lives and cannot die! Let the voice of Job rise again in the assembly: “For I know that my Redeemer and Vindicator lives, and at last He will stand upon the earth” (Job 19:25 AMP).

Job did not speak these words in comfort. He spoke them while sitting in ashes, his flesh broken, his friends accusing him falsely. He had lost all earthly things—his wealth, his children, his health—and yet he declared what many of us fear to believe: God is alive, and He will vindicate the righteous. This is not the cry of a man deceived by empty religion. This is the cry of one who has encountered the living God. Though Job’s skin was failing, his eyes of faith saw a day when he would behold God, not as a stranger, but as a Friend on his side. “And my eyes shall behold Him, and not as a stranger! My heart pines away and is consumed within me” (Job 19:27 AMP). This demonstrates Job’s profound trust in the Living God despite his trials.

Even in the storm, the Rock remains—our Redeemer lives and will stand upon the earth.

What a mystery! What glory! And what warning to those who mock the suffering and speak rashly in judgment. Job rebuked the presumptuous, saying, “Then beware and be afraid of the sword [of divine vengeance]… that you may know there is a judgment” (Job 19:29 AMP). Hear me, beloved: the Lord is not slow to act. He sees every injustice, every hidden accusation, every burden laid on the innocent. And there is a judgment! God will not be mocked—what a man sows, that shall he also reap. Therefore, walk in humility. Judge not with the eyes of flesh, but intercede with the heart of Christ, who alone is able to save and to destroy. This reinforces the call to trust in God who lives beyond human comprehension.

And now, let us lift our voices with David, the sweet psalmist of Israel, who declared: “The Lord liveth, and blessed be my rock; and exalted be the God of the rock of my salvation” (2 Samuel 22:47 KJV). This was not a poetic line for David—it was his battle cry. In caves and in courts, among lions and liars, David clung to the Rock. When men rose against him, when his own sin threatened to destroy him, he returned again and again to the mercy and faithfulness of the living God. So must we. Truly, David exemplified trust in the Living God in every trial.

I beseech you, brethren, by the mercies of God: do not trust in the wisdom of this age, nor in your possessions, nor in the fleeting comfort of applause. The Lord liveth! He is not a concept nor a ritual, but a risen King, Yeshua our Redeemer, who stood upon the earth, bore our griefs, was pierced for our transgressions, and rose in triumph! He now intercedes for us at the right hand of the Father. Will you trust Him? Will you rely on Him? Or will you continue chasing shadows?

You must choose. Either build your house on the Rock or watch it fall when the storm comes. But as for me, I will say: “The Lord liveth, and blessed be my Rock!” For when my flesh is weak, He is strong. When I am falsely accused, He defends me. When I fall, He lifts me up. And in the end, I too shall see Him—not as a stranger, but as my Advocate, my Redeemer, my Friend. It is in trusting the living God that one’s foundation is secure.

Return, O Church, to your first love. Return, O weary soul, to the Rock that does not move. Trust in the Living God—and you will never be put to shame.

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Prayer

O Living God, our Rock and our Redeemer, we repent of every false trust. We lay down our pride, our fears, our idols. You alone are worthy. You alone are sure. Cause us to see You with our own eyes—not as a stranger, but as our faithful Friend. Let our lives declare, “The Lord liveth!” May every fear be silenced, every accusation fall powerless, and every heart be anchored in Your presence. In the name of Yeshua, the Risen One, amen.

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Enduring Suffering with Faith: A Scriptural Guide to Finding Hope in God

I’ve been surrounded by people as of late who keep dying of cancer. It breaks my heart, and sometimes it’s hard to find God in the process. I asked God about it, and this is what He gave me.

Beloved, when we are surrounded by suffering—whether in our own bodies or as we witness loved ones endure sickness and pain—it is natural for our hearts to ask, Why does God allow this? How can we press in, hold fast to our faith, and trust God through such trials? The journey through suffering is often shrouded in questions, but God invites us to draw near, to trust, and to find in Him a refuge that brings hope and healing.

In these times, we remember that the Lord has not left us to face sorrow alone. For He is near to the brokenhearted (Psalm 34:18 AMP), drawing close to His children in their deepest need. Our suffering, though heavy and often mysterious, can become a place where His glory is revealed, where our faith is refined, and where we are transformed in His presence.

Why Does God Allow Suffering?

Beloved, let us not dwell only on why but ask instead, Lord, how are You working in this? For as Jesus said of Lazarus, “This sickness will not end in death; on the contrary, it is for the glory and honor of God, so that the Son of God may be glorified by it” (John 11:4 AMP). God is sovereign over all things, using even our pain to draw us closer to Himself. Though the world is fallen, God’s power is not diminished; He weaves even sorrow into His divine purpose, inviting us to trust Him and behold His glory even in the darkness.

How to Keep Faith in Times of Suffering

Our faith, dear friends, is refined and purified in the fires of trial. “Consider it nothing but joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you fall into various trials. Be assured that the testing of your faith produces endurance” (James 1:2-3 AMP). This does not mean we rejoice in suffering itself, but we rejoice in the work God accomplishes through it. Our faith grows strong when we cling to Him, finding that He is faithful to uphold us.

How to Pray Through Suffering

Let your heart be poured out in prayer as David’s was. In Psalm 6:2-3 (AMP), he cries, “Be gracious to me, O Lord, for I am weak; heal me, O Lord, for my bones are troubled. My soul also is greatly troubled; But You, O Lord—how long?” God invites us to bring our raw, honest prayers to Him. We ask for healing and grace, but we also submit, trusting His perfect will. Bring every tear and every question, for He is our refuge.

How Suffering Can Bring Glory to God

Beloved, know that your suffering can shine as a light that points to Him. “We know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose” (Romans 8:28 AMP). When others see us hold fast to God, even in pain, they see the beauty of a faith rooted not in ease but in the unshakeable peace and hope that only God can provide. In our steadfastness, His glory is made known.

Our Godly Attitude in Suffering

As the Apostle Paul urges us in 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 (AMP), “Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day. For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all.” When we focus on eternity, our pain becomes a momentary affliction compared to the vast, eternal weight of glory we will receive in Him. Let this truth shape our attitude, steadying us with the hope of what is to come.

Pressing In and Seeking God More Deeply

Pain draws us to the heart of God, beloved. In our need, let us press in, seeking His presence with renewed hunger. Pray and fast, seeking His face as our only source of strength. In Philippians 4:6-7 (AMP) we are encouraged, “Do not be anxious or worried about anything, but in everything by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, continue to make your requests known to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” In our seeking, He meets us, bringing peace beyond what the world can give.

Finding Purpose in Pain

Isaiah 53:3 (AMP) describes Jesus as “a Man of sorrows and acquainted with grief.” Our Savior knows our suffering, and He does not leave us to walk through it alone. In our pain, He meets us, transforming our sorrow into a place of communion with Him. Suffering builds in us compassion, patience, and a steadfast hope, drawing us closer to the One who endured all for our sake. In this, we are made more like Him, shaped by His hand.

Prayer for Strength and Hope in Suffering

Beloved, let us now lift our hearts together before the throne of grace:

Holy Father, we come before You, weary and burdened. In our pain, we look to You, the Eternal One, who sees us and knows every tear we cry. You are our refuge and strength, and in You, we place our hope.

Lord, grant us the courage to endure, to trust Your hand even when we cannot understand. In our weakness, let Your strength be made perfect. Draw us close to You, filling us with Your peace that surpasses understanding.

We ask, Father, that You reveal Your glory through our trials. May our lives, even in suffering, be a testimony to Your love and faithfulness. We press in, clinging to You, the Rock that does not move.

We stand in awe of Your mercy, submitting ourselves fully to Your will, and we pray that our hearts would be forever anchored in Your eternal promise. In the precious name of Jesus, who walks with us through every valley, we pray. Amen.

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