The more we pursue God, the tremendous effort the enemy puts in to take our focus off of God. The more we seek God, the more resistance we face. Along with the many blessings God has given me, there have also been many challenges. The enemy’s most significant scheme is to make us doubt God’s character and doubt the truth of Gods’ word. Over the past few weeks, I have been in a fog. It is easy to say that it is because of the enemy, but that’s not the truth. The truth is, the enemy is not that powerful. We often give him more credit than deserved. The truth is, the problem was a shift in my focus. I’m not saying to play with the enemy because scripture says that he comes to kill, steal, and destroy in John 10:10. However. Scripture tells us to be alert and on guard. I lowered my guard.

As a result of lowering my guard, many things happened. I experienced various mixed emotions and even began to question if I was doing what God wanted me to when he wanted me to. I started asking questions that are rooted in doubt. Each time I found myself doing so, God sends me the encouragement I need. He would send me Hope.

I praise God for using me, but most of all, I praise God for the people that he uses in my life. I am so grateful for those who pray for me, those who encourage me in words and actions. Sharing life with you means more than you know. Please know that you gave me the Hope I needed to press on. To the person who left this note at the store, thank you! Continue to be a vessel for the Lord.