{"id":1328,"date":"2024-12-06T23:05:21","date_gmt":"2024-12-06T23:05:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jayjohnston.org\/?p=1328"},"modified":"2024-12-06T23:05:27","modified_gmt":"2024-12-06T23:05:27","slug":"dont-give-up","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jayjohnston.org\/index.php\/2024\/12\/06\/dont-give-up\/","title":{"rendered":"Don&#8217;t Give Up"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In life, we often face challenges that can certainly feel overwhelming. You may think that your only option is to back up or opt-out.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beloved, this is when we need to hold on to our faith, trust God, and fulfill what the Word God calls us to do: persevere and lean into our faith in these very moments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In <strong>Galatians 6:9<\/strong>, we read, \u201cLet us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This word is first a reminder to know what good work we need to do for the Lord and recognize that our efforts offer eternal results. We find in Scripture that God promises a reward for those who remain steadfast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, Job faced unbelievable loss and suffering, but he never turned from the Lord.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, Job mourned and questioned his circumstances but never surrendered his faith.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, through all that he experienced, God restored Job and blessed him with more than he ever had.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The story of Job should encourage us not to give up, for it\u2019s through perseverance that we experience so much more from God.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, your circumstances may make you feel like throwing a pity party. But may we remember and rest in <strong>Philippians 4:13<\/strong>: \u201cI can do all this through him who gives me strength.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Friend, take a deep breath and receive the strength God offers you today, trusting that it will carry you through the most challenging times of your life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, hold onto hope, and don\u2019t give up as you commit to trusting God, no matter your circumstances. You can do this because somebody is praying for you today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong><strong><span style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#2f5496\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Join Me in Prayer<\/span><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>As you know, I lead several prayer calls each week. I invite you to participate in any of them. Praying aloud, praying silently, or just silently listening is welcome. Below is a list of all the prayer call opportunities, followed by the toll-free number and instructions on to join the calls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><span style=\"color:#c79a4e\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Saturday Prayer Call<\/span><\/strong><br><strong><em>Every Saturday @ 7:30 am EST<\/em><\/strong><br>Focus: Seven Mountains of Influence and a ministry time for fellow intercessors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><span style=\"color:#c79a4e\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Monday Prayer Call<\/span><\/strong><br><strong><em>Every Monday @ 11:00 am EST<\/em><\/strong><br>Focus: Family<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><span style=\"color:#c79a4e\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Wednesday Prayer Call<\/span><\/strong><br><strong><em>Every Wednesday @ 3:00 pm EST<\/em><\/strong><br>Focus: US Government including Federal, State, Local, and US Military<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><span style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#c79a4e\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Louisiana Prayer Call<\/span><\/strong><br><strong><em>Every Monday @ 8:00 pm CST<\/em><\/strong><br>Focus: The governor and issues concerning Louisiana<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>HOW TO JOIN:<\/strong><br>Phone number: 425-436-6287&nbsp;<br>When prompted, dial: 970542#<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you know someone who might be interested in these ministry updates or joining me for prayer opportunities, feel free to share this post and invite them to join us. 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