Finding comfort in Him

We all have our good days and our bad days. I seem to be having a lot of bad days lately giving some circumstances. Nothing severe or life threatening, but it is something God has put in my life for a reason that will only be revealed to me through Him and His timing. This "road bump"   ( I would like to call it ) is making it hard for me to see joy in other areas of my life. I'm constantly anxious about future plans, finances, relationships and so on. I need to realize that my circumstances don't define who I am nor is my joy dependent of them. The person I am, my character and my relationship with God and with the people I love define me. 

I have been keeping some index cards with scripture verses I find in my daily readings to keep me in His presence as I go through this struggle...

•  "For I satisfy the weary one's and refresh everyone who languishes." Jeremiah 31:25

• "Don't be worried and bothered by so many things; they don't matter. Instead listen to what God is telling you." Luke 10:38

• "We exult in our tribulations, knowing that tribulation brings about perseverance and perseverance, proven character, hope; and hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out within our hearts through the Holy Spirit who was given to us." Romans 5:3-5

• "Let us draw near with confidence to the throne of grace, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need." Hebrews 4:16

• "But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and His righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you." Matthew 6:33

• "Splendor and majesty are before Him, Strength and joy are in His place." 1 Chronicles 16:27

I hope these scripture verses can help you find comfort in Him and I just ask for prayers this week.
If you are looking for a daily devotional I would consider looking into...

• New Day New You! by Joyce Meyer 
• Jesus Calling by Sarah Young

If you are looking for a good book by Joyce Meyer I recommend Never Give up. I recently finished it and I never wanted it to end. It was very inspirational and filled with great scripture reading.

I hope everyone has a wonderful day and thank you for taking time to read this post. It's hard putting your heart out there but in the end I actually feel better.

-Kristen