Storms

Storms are unexpected and sometimes come into our lives just when we think things are going good. January 3rd a storm came roaring into my life as well as my whole family. My Marriage is good, and my relationship with the kids is great , but my son is struggling with teen issues as well as a spiritual warfare in his spirit. He began to tell us the trials he was facing as a teen at school and the twisted views on everything I had taught him as well as the church his whole life.I just cried for him. I hurt for him.I prayed!

I realized all of this was just lies and deceit from Satan himself. I tried to pray with him, but he didnt want me to. He has been in church just about every Sunday and Wednesday his whole life. I wondered how suddenly what he was taught by me and his Church leaders was now all mangled due to the views of other teens? There needs to be a High School outreach for the teens around here! Someone needs to share Gods love with them and let them understand its not religion, its a relationship.

I called all my prayer warrior friends and asked them to pray for us and stand in the Gap. I got into the word and prayed for God's help and guidance.
The Lord gave me 2 Chronicles 20:15 (NIV) The Lord says this to you; Be not afraid or dismayed at this great mutitude; for the battle is not yours but God's.

You will not have to fight this battle. Take up your positions; stand firm and see the Deliverance the Lord will give you. 2 Chr 20:17

This is my command- Be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged for the Lord is with you wherever you go. Joshua 1:9

We are getting thru this and we have found some Christian help to help us with this.
I am reminding myself to keep the faith no matter what!

My favorite Christian group Casting Crowns has a song called Praise you in the Storm.
I was sure by now
That You would have reached down
And wiped our tears away
Stepped in and saved the day
But once again, I say "Amen", and it's still raining

As the thunder rolls
I barely hear Your whisper through the rain
"I'm with you"
And as Your mercy falls
I raise my hands and praise the God who gives
And takes away

I'll praise You in this storm
And I will lift my hands
For You are who You are
No matter where I am
Every tear I've cried
You hold in Your hand
You never left my side
And though my heart is torn
I will praise You in this storm

I remember when
I stumbled in the wind
You heard my cry
You raised me up again
My strength is almost gone
How can I carry on
If I can't find You

As the thunder rolls
I barely hear You whisper through the rain
"I'm with you"
And as Your mercy falls
I raise my hands and praise the God who gives
And takes away

I lift my eyes unto the hills
Where does my help come from?
My help comes from the Lord
The Maker of Heaven and Earth

I know God can help us thru this and help my son get back spiritually where he needs to be with the Lord.
Lean on the Lord in your times of trials and storms!

Until next time.. God Bless you!
Tammy