Trouble

trouble - After I’ve prayed about the trouble I’m facing, then what?

Do what is right and good in the LORD’s sight, so all will go well with you.

Deuteronomy 6:18

The LORD has told you what is good, and this is what he requires of you: to do what is right, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God.

Micah 6:8

Rejoice in our confident hope. Be patient in trouble, and keep on praying.

Romans 12:12

We also pray that you will be strengthened with all his glorious power so you will have all the endurance and patience you need.

Colossians 1:11

SOMETIMES WE PRAY to be rescued from a certain problem and God quickly answers. But more often, even after we pray, we must face the difficulty before us. When we are in a troubling time, we can walk forward boldly while standing firm in obedience. God’s Word has told us what to do in difficult seasons: Do what is good and right, keep telling others about God’s faithfulness, rejoice in the hope we have as believers, be patient throughout the trial, and never stop praying. God promises to give us the strength, endurance, and patience to make it through to the other side of the difficulties. When you are faithful and obedient, despite the trouble, you are becoming the kind of person God can use to impact your family, your community, and even the world.

Prayer Prompts

Lord, I want you to deliver me from these troubles: . . .

Even if you don’t, your Word gives me guidance and encouragement that . . .