Understanding the problem from God's point of view:
Matt. 26:41
; Eph. 5:18
; 1 Cor. 6:12
, 13
, 19-20
; 2 Pet. 2:18-19
-Our
physical condition may influence our response to spiritual needs,
but regardless of our need, of being under a heavy load, God can
and will give peace and joy to those in need. Recognize, however,
that God may not choose to heal the believer.
Hope:
Deut. 32:39
; Ps. 115:3
-God does whatever He pleases and He
may allow the physical problem to remain to further and deepen
maturity and for effective ministry.
Jere. 4. 29:11-Regardless of what has happened to you, keep your focus on the Lord and God will provide for your welfare, to give you a future and a hope.
Rom. 8:28-29 -My responsibility is to insure that I am thinking and living according to God's principles, that my goal is not to seek my needs primarily but to accomplish God's purposes in my life which gives glory to God. Regardless of the adversities or the consequences, being obedient to God's will, and in all things I will overwhelmingly conquer through Jesus Who loves me.
Matt. 5:3-12 -God's peace and joy are available to believers regardless of others, of possessions or the lack of them, or circumstances of life.
Change:
Rom. 8:28-29
; Matt. 6:7-8
-Whether I have been born with a physical
defect or problem, through carelessness, negligence, or an accident
caused by others, my focus is to be on the God, and approach the
situation His way. Regardless of any limitation, physical or mental,
work out the situation to its fullest being empowered and energized
by the Holy Spirit.
Isa. 46:9-11 ; Phil. 1:6 ;2:13 -My job is turn my thoughts off myself and obey God's commands for the moment that lies just ahead to allow God to be His fullest through me at the present moment bringing to past His purposes. By obeying, God works in me to complete and to mature me in the image of His Son.
2 Cor. 6:3-10
;12:7-10
; Job 42:1-6
-Maintain the integrity of God's
word and promises in your life, that despite afflictions, hardships,
distresses, beatings, hunger and pain, rely on His presence within.
In the midst of sorrows, of dishonor, of evil reports, His Presence
within, His strength will fill you with rejoicing. For in Him
you are an overwhelming conqueror.