The Bible tells us, \u2018By faith Abraham obeyed when he was called to go out to the place which he would receive as an inheritance. And he went out, not knowing where he was going.\u2019<\/i> For the next few days let\u2019s look at some things you should expect on your life\u2019s journey. <\/p>\n
(1) Opportunities and opposition.<\/i> Paul wrote, \u2018A great and effective door has opened to me, and there are many adversaries.\u2019<\/i> (1 Corinthians 16:9 NKJV) Indeed, if you don\u2019t encounter obstacles and opposition, you should pray and ask God if you\u2019re on the right track. The size of your God-given assignment usually determines the magnitude of the attack. But here\u2019s the good news: attack is a sign of respect. It means the enemy considers you a high-value target and a threat to his plans. <\/p>\n
(2) Setbacks meant to derail you. \u2018A righteous man may fall seven times and rise again.\u2019<\/i> (Proverbs 24:16 NKJV) Who is Solomon describing? \u2018A righteous man.\u2019<\/i> How often does he fall and get back up? \u2018Seven times.\u2019<\/i> <\/p>\n
Failing doesn\u2019t make you a failure\u2014but giving up does, not learning from it does, refusing to change your methods does, refusing to take advice does, refusing to try again does! If sin caused you to stumble, repent and renounce it, then get back on track. If you fell because you\u2019re trying something new and unfamiliar, don\u2019t beat yourself up. Instead, draw on God\u2019s grace, resolve to do better, and keep moving forward. <\/p>\n
To quote Dr John Maxwell: \u2018Fail early, fail often\u2014and always fail forward!\u2019<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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