How many times have we uttered the words of Philippians 4:13?
Perhaps to some, this verse sounds real "Christian" or cute. However, stress survivors beg to differ; for in search of de-stress, we've seen some treacherous stresses, and Philippians 4:13 has been a life-line.
Surely we all can recall times when we faced impossible situations and became unbelievably stressed or depressed . . . Times when we had to desperately embrace and believe the words of this Scripture . . .
. . . because God's Word was all we had to cling to.
Most likely, there's been times when every stress survivor has been burdened with stress, and had to literally put professions of faith into action. During the process, we've learned that surviving stress and accomplishing de-stress isn't solely about what we can do.
So how did we acquire de-stress? Honestly speaking, "WE" didn't. Only through Christ did we witness any de-stress. There's no doubt, whatsoever, that de-stress success is definitely "through Christ."
Stress survivors contend that "I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me" is not some sweet-sounding words we recite to appear religious. Our reasoning is that we've walked in the reality of these words, and we know every word is true.
In de-stressing, there are so many things that we, of ourselves, cannot do. But Christ strengthens us to do ALL THINGS . . .
Peace I leave with you. . .
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