Do you ever struggle to feel like God is active in healing your marriage and life?

Do you wonder if He hears your prayers or is “for” you in the daily struggles you encounter?

I had a day yesterday that, if I lived by the circumstances or my feelings, could have confirmed that God was against me or at least didn’t care about my life. It was one of THOSE days, where everything seemed to go haywire, from my internet (router) dying to having one mishap after the other—including getting the squeakiest cart at Target that was also “sneaky” since it didn’t start squeaking and “dragging” until I was already fully engaged in my shopping pursuit and thought, “Eh, I can ignore it! I’ll make it through!” Not-so-much!

I know, I know! These are small potatoes!

And hear me! I’m not complaining, although I will admit to being annoyed yesterday. And the temptation is here today too, since my Internet woes continue. {I know, your heart bleeds for me!} 😉

But here’s the thing … none of that matters! In the big scheme of things—which we all must be aware of the spiritual realm—I’m actually blessed beyond measure and don’t deserve a single blessing, yet God gives and gives!

Why do I say that?

Here’s what I remind myself of …

1.  I am seated with Christ in the heavenly realms –

“And God raised us up with Christ and seated us with Him in the heavenly realms in Christ Jesus …” -Ephesians 2:6* {Imagine that!}

2.  I am a “co-heir with Christ” –

“Now if we are children, then we are heirs—heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ, if indeed we share in His sufferings in order that we may also share in His glory.” -Romans 8:17*

3.  I am Christ’s bride –

“… As a bridegroom rejoices over his bride, so will your God rejoice over you.” –Isaiah 62:5b*

4.  He fights for me and sings love songs over me –

“The Lord your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in His love He will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing.” –Zephaniah 3:17*

5.  He is my Spouse even if I feel rejected by my earthly spouse –

“‘For your Maker is your Husband—the Lord Almighty is His name—the Holy One of Israel is your Redeemer … The Lord will call you back as if you were a wife-deserted and distressed in spirit—a wife who married young, only to be rejected,’ says your God.” –Isaiah 54:5-6*

“They will be called the Holy People, the Redeemed of the Lord; and you will be called Sought After, the City No Longer Deserted.” –Isaiah 62:12*

As believers, we have this incredibly rich well of grace that is ours in Christ! I encourage you to meditate on these truths the next time you feel abandoned, misunderstood, rejected, criticized, crushed, worthless; and I’m certain that Christ will put His arm around you and remind you of just how precious you are to Him.

Who could remain stressed, depressed or “annoyed” with that truth flooding our hearts? Will you join me? {For a printable graphic of these truths, click here!}

What trials, challenges or stressors are you currently facing?

What blessings has God given you—especially in your marriage—lately?

If you aren’t a believer or unsure about your relationship to Christ, then check this out!

I didn’t get around to mentioning that the winner of last week’s book giveaway was Ugochi from Teshuva. Congrats to you, Ugochi, and thanks to all the rest of you who commented!

*All verses are taken from the NIV Bible and any emphasis or added capitalization is mine.

Joining with my friends at  Works for Me Wednesday,  Wifey Wednesday,  Coffee and Conversation,  Wholehearted Wednesday,  Whimsical Wednesday,  What You Wish Wednesday, and Simply Said Mom.

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