God Said

I thought my dreams were impossible,

but God said, "All things are possible."

(Luke 18:27)

I was lost and confused. I thought I'd never find

a solution, but God said, "I will direct your steps."

(Proverbs 3:5)

I almost gave up. I thought I couldn't do it,

but God said, "You can do all things."

(Philippians 4:13)

I almost quit. I thought my efforts weren't worth

the trouble, but God said, "It will be worth it."

(Romans 8:28)

I thought I'd never make it. I thought I didn't have what it takes, but God said, "I'll supply all your needs."

(Philippians 4:19)

I was worried. I felt trapped beneath a mountain

of despair, but God said, "Cast your worries on me."

(I Peter 5:7)

I thought I couldn't do it, because I wasn't smart enough, but God said,

"I give you wisdom."

(Corinthians 1:30)

I suffered from guilt. I was angry at myself for what

I'd done, but God said, "I forgive you."

(I John 1:9)

I disliked myself. I thought that no one loved me,

but God said, "I love you."

(John 3:16)

I wept, because I was lonely, but God said,

"I will never leave you or forsake you."

(Hebrews 13:5)

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