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Devotional - 27th Aug 2021

 'Be of good courage, and he shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the Lord' (Psalm 31:23).

The Psalmist encourage us to hope in the Lord. When we do so, it should help us not to be afraid or discouraged. However, at times we take our eyes off Jesus, or lack faith in him, or get anxious and worried. Sometimes we also become overwhelmed by challenges and trials which caused us to be discouraged or afraid. The Lord will not fail or forsake us and his presence is with us. The Lord has promised to strengthen our heart as we hope in him. He will never leave us, but will draw very near to us even in our adversity, and put His own power into us. It is important to note that when Satan throw his darts at us, or make us face danger and tribulation, we need not be afraid as the Lord is right there at our side. Let  us not be caught in Satan's net, but trust in God's ability as our God to protect and keep us from Satan's scheme and deceptions. It is God who is in control of our lives and decides each of our fate, as he guides us along. Are you willing to place your fate in the hands of God? Trust Him!! Be of good  courage, and the Lord shall strengthen your heart. Walk carefully before Him and take courage at all times, hoping in the Lord. He will strengthen your heart  and enable you to meet trials and oppositions when it comes without being faint and disheartened. When we hope in God, he will cheer us, sustain us, comfort us, prosper and protect  us. Encourage others, as well as, yourself to be of good courage that the Lord may strengthen their hearts, as they hope in him.

Have a wonderful day and a blessed weekend

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