How to Experience a Much-Needed Attitude Adjustment

Apr 9, 2020

Strength in the Desert

How to Experience a Much-Needed Attitude Adjustment

In Psalm 77, Asaph pours out his anxiety and anguish over God’s treatment of Israel. The fate of Israel was so important to him that he felt as if it were himself on trial instead of Israel. While he was waiting on the Lord, he had a big problem: his only source of comfort, God himself, had become a source of anguish. His battle with this anguish was a battle of his heart, specifically his attitude.

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What to Do in Times of Waiting: Three Examples from Noah's Wife

Apr 8, 2020

Strength in the Desert

What to Do in Times of Waiting: Three Examples from Noah's Wife

The key to waiting on the Lord, from the perspective of Noah’s wife, is to do what you are supposed to do right now. Keep your eyes off next year or the next decade and keep them on today. Be loyal to God’s call for you right now. Noah’s wife gives us three great examples of being loyal to God’s call.

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How to Begin Waiting on the Lord: Three Practical Steps

Apr 7, 2020

Strength in the Desert

How to Begin Waiting on the Lord: Three Practical Steps

Many have experienced what might be called "the moment." This is the realization that life is not turning out as expected, and you have no other option than to wait on the Lord. This moment might be a serious diagnosis, heartbreaking news, or the realization of a lost relationship. When we are called upon by our Sovereign God to wait upon him, there is a choice to be made of how you will handle such a time.

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Don't Test the Lord - Do These Three Things Instead

Apr 2, 2020

Strength in the Desert

Don't Test the Lord - Do These Three Things Instead

When Israel was wandering in the wilderness for 40 years, they became disgruntled, discontented, and dissatisfied. Although God was providing everything they needed to survive and be healthy, they thought they deserved more.

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