One Day At A Time

From: New Life Daily Devotions - Steve Arterburn

Romans 8:38 "For I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from God's love. Neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons . . . not even the powers of hell can separate us from God's love. . . ."

Sometimes we may feel like giving up the struggle. We try, only to fall once again. We take two steps forward, but then stumble backwards. At times there are so many difficulties, so many issues to work through, so many patterns in our lives that have to be changed, we begin to feel like we're going crazy.

God acknowledges the difficulties we may face, but He also promises us victory in the end. The apostle Paul once wrote, "Overwhelming victory is ours through Christ, who loved us. For I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from God's love. Neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons . . . not even the powers of hell can separate us from God's love. . . . Nothing in all creation will ever be able to separate us from the love of God that is revealed in Christ Jesus our Lord." (Romans 8:37-39)

Paul also said, "I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue His work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns." (Philippians 1:6)

When we feel like we're going crazy and don't think that we can handle life, God is there. He will not give up on us. We can rely on his persistent love. God has promised to keep working on us until we are whole. There will still be crazy times, but with His help we can handle life, one day at a time.