When It Doesn’t Go How We Think It’s Going To Go

Scripture References:

Luke 9:43-45 (Everyone marveled at a miracle, and He reminded them that He was going to die)

Luke 9:54-56 (Disciples were still misguided in their thought of what Christ came for; He rebuked them)

Mark 8:31-35 (Jesus rebukes Peter after saying He would die)

Mark 14:29-31 (Peter says he wouldn't deny Christ)

Mark 14:66-72 (Peter denies Jesus 3x)

Garden of Gethsemane:

Jesus, knowing exactly what needed to be done, gave us an example of how to navigate redirection of plans when our bodies are acting out in response to the emotions we feel from what we know must be done.

Luke 22:39-46 (An angel came to strengthen Him & agony in physical body formed drops of blood from sweat)

Mark 14:34-38 (Soul deeply grieved to the point of death)

Judas (not realizing redemption in Christ): He killed himself. Matthew 27:3-6

Ask The Question: What type of person do you turn into when adversity hits, when things don’t go your way, or when you feel pressure? When you know what you signed up for, and now the pending results are not as attractive to you?

Do you get angry? Do you shift blame? Do you give up? Do you doubt yourself? Do you get afraid? Do you get lazy? Do you shut down? Do you get annoyed? Do you not listen to anyone? Are you arrogant? Do you grow silent and not address the problem?

“The true measure of who someone is, is found out in the place of their failure and what they choose to do after.”

“We become the sum of our mistakes if we don’t continue to endure.”

You Must PRAY – When Jesus prayed fervently, this strengthened Him to persevere and not fall into the temptation of being disobedient. An angel came to strengthen Him. Trust God.

Relinquishing Your Will – Making the decision that even if God doesn't change the situation or you don't see things getting better, you will follow Him wherever He tells you.

Rebuke – Talking against what you know is not the Will of God.

Definition of Rebuke – Express sharp disapproval or criticism of (someone) because of their behavior or actions.

Remember that God never goes against His word. Therefore, if people, scenarios, or circumstances you are under go against God’s principles, creeds, and commands, this is grounds for rebuking a person, place, or thing.

THE BLOOD OF JESUS IS ENOUGH!