Choose to let God be your helper. Today’s image is taken from the PCUSA’s Book of Confessions. The Declaration is also respected as a living document to remind Christians everywhere that aligning our faith with an unfettered nationalism can have disastrous consequences for the church, for the nation, and possibly even the entire world. No one likes going through hard times. Read the Word. They bravely spoke out against a growing fascism which was the outcome of years of decadence and economic disparity. This doesn’t mean that…, “The thief does not come except to steal and to kill and to destroy. – James 1:3 If we’re honest, most of us would like to avoid tests and trials in life. A disastrous syncretism took place where the Evangelical Church became the sycophantic mouthpiece of an evil which would tragically bring about a Second World War. Something unexpected happens. Things are no longer the same, and what once felt solid is no more. People will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, proud, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy… (NIV). I felt that a grief devotional section might be welcomed by some of the readers of this site. The pastors in Barmen totally understood what was going on in their country, so they prophetically spoke out against their own church, in a brave effort to make their people understand that Fascism and Faith were not compatible in any shape or form. He wants to be where you go when things are tough. 2 Timothy 3:1-2 – But mark this: There will be terrible times in the last days. The Nazi Swastika is crossed out and the Christian Cross is rising above the flames of persecution. I would look around me and see heartache and chaos and just not see anything to be grateful for. Everything else WILL fall away at one time or another. For many people inspirational devotions are important during difficult times in life, such as grief and loss. God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble. People let you down, situations let you down. Maybe you had a friend…, Knowing that the testing of your faith produces endurance. They will run and not grow weary. At the end of the war, those who survived were recognized for their persistence in presenting the truth, and for upholding the faith in a difficult and devastating time for German Christians. Amen. It took some time but I realized that I was looking in the wrong place. It is a church banner commemorating the Barmen Declaration. However, this Bible verse shows…, But those who trust in the LORD will find new strength. – Isaiah 40:31 Can you remember a…, My grandpa got a Google Home for his birthday. Come and read one of the best inspirational books that are truly inspired by God! Life can be really tough at times. When things aren’t going the way you expected, He wants to be the one you turn to. HOST A TREE – SUPPORTING COMPASSION CLOSET. Help us to lean on You instead of leaning on our own understanding. Finding words for prayer can seem hard during these seasons of life. The Bible tells us that He is our refuge and strength. Life has thrown us a curve ball.…, © 2019 - StudentDevos Devotions for Youth and Teenagers, Youth Devotional - Every Teenager's Guide To Successful Friendships, Youth Group Discussion Questions - Why You Shouldn't Compromise, Daily Bible Verse and Devotion – Psalm 46:1, Daily Bible Verse and Devotion – Hebrews 13:6, Daily Bible Verse and Devotion – James 1:3, Daily Bible Verse and Devotion – Isaiah 40:31, What A Google Home Teaches About Who We Are In Christ, Daily Bible Verse and Devotion – John 10:10, Daily Bible Verse and Devotion – December 27, Daily Devotion and Bible Verse – Romans 8:37, How To Deal – Tips For Dealing With Tough Times, What to Do When Life Doesn’t Turn Out Like You Planned, Daily Bible Verse and Devotion – Galatians 5:23, Why You Shouldn’t Compromise, Even in the Smallest Ways, What Dodgeball Can Teach You About Reading the Bible. The devotions can become daily readings or they can be used as a means of inspiration, for a specific need.“Devotions that will become a Remedy during Difficult Times” will lead you to words of wisdom; that come from a powerful God and will become one of the best motivational books you’ve ever read! My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life. People let you down, situations let you down. All else may collapse but God won’t. Habakkuk new a crucial truth about the Lord, he knew God was unchanged.