Bible Great Woman … Hannah

Meditation:
And she was in bitterness of soul, and prayed unto the LORD, and wept sore. (1 Samuel 1:10)

Explanation:
Have you ever known what it means to have things going right in many areas of your life, yet in one or more areas, things couldn't be more wrong? Have you ever been in that place where you appear on the outside to be succeeding, but on the inside you're fighting a horrific battle? That's what was happening in Hannah's life.

Hannah was one of the two wives of Elkanah, a devout man who regularly worshipped at the tabernacle in Shiloh. While she was blessed with a husband who loved and provided for her, the fact that she was barren was a deep sorrow to her, which was aggravated by Elkanah's other wife, Peninnah, who "provoked her daily" with this reminder. Producing children in that time were considered a sign of God's favor and reward. To be "provoked" means to have an inner rage that threatens to erupt at any point. Hannah was pushed to the point of "losing it."
The female rivalry in this family was rooted in jealousy, which is rooted in fear, and specifically, a fear that one can be replaced. Hannah was jealous of Peninnah because Peninnah had children. Peninnah was jealous of Hannah because Hannah had Elkanah's love.

Hannah's problem drove her to God. Only God could cause Hannah to conceive and bear a child. At the entrance to the tabernacle of the Lord, Hannah poured out her heart to God. She was so deeply wounded that she wept there and prayed with her lips moving but without any sound coming from her mouth. It was so intense that the high priest, Eli, thought she must be drunk. But Hannah refused to be denied, and God answered her desperate prayer of faith (1 Samuel 1:17).

Are you desperate enough today to press toward God? Is your pain producing perseverance in you? Are you facing a need that is deep enough to drive you to push through any resistance that comes your way to get to God? When you are sick and tired of being sick and tired, you'll do whatever it takes to get your answer from God.

There are some situations you must take to God and nobody else. God's Word says to cast "all your care upon him; for he careth for you" (1 Peter 5:7). It doesn't say to cast all your cares on your pastor, your best friend, or your spouse. There are cares and situation that only God can handle. Only God can fix your heart and bring you through to your destiny

Be Still and Focus

Meditation:
"Be still, and know that I am God” (Psalm 46:10).

Explanation:

In this day and age, our culture has become so accustomed to having constant activity going on; computers, cell phones, television, email, video games. And there’s nothing wrong with that stuff but sometimes, we have to stop and be still so we can focus on knowing God. This is especially true during the difficult times in life. When you are facing a challenge, it’s easy to want to run to a friend or talk about it with a neighbor, but at some point, you have to stop and say, “God, I rest in You. I know You have me in the palm of Your hand.” Remember, our battles are spiritual battles. The people in your life aren’t your enemy, the forces of darkness are. When you choose to be still and know that the Greater One lives on the inside of you, you are saying to the whole world, “I trust God. He is my Defender.” When you choose to believe in Him you will enter into His rest. Remember, the battle belongs to the Lord. As you are still before Him, You will see His hand of victory and blessing in every area of your life!

Recommendation:
"...dearly beloved, let us cleanse ourselves..."( 2 Corinthians 7:1)

You were created to know three worlds -- the spiritual, psychological, and material worlds. These can be considered the world above us, the world within us, and the world around us. These worlds are related to the three parts of our human nature -- spirit, soul, and body. When you are rightly related to the material world with your body, you are healthy. When you are rightly related to the psychological world with your soul, you are happy. And when you are rightly related to the spiritual world in your spirit, you are holy. God's aim is that ultimately you are to experience all three realities: health, happiness, and holiness.

Take a snapshot inventory of your life. Where do you need to start making changes to live a healthier lifestyle? What is your emotional barometer telling you about how you see others and yourself? Do you know of any area in your life where you are not living in obedience to the call of holy living?

His Love For Us..

Meditation:
John 3:16 - "For God so loved the world, He give His only begotten son whoever believe on Him will not perish but have everlasting life.

Explanation:
When I was newly arrived here is Saudi Arabia my life has no direction, like a water flowing only in different direction. For almost first five years is look like sea saw games, no direction, no meaning. But God has a way and purpose how the way showing to me through His son Jesus Christ. My hard hitting heart received a tender touch from His son grace. One day, He talk to me through other person to convey the above God's provision.

Initially my whole body and mind against what I heard from God's people but his word is so powerful and loving touching in whole area of my mind and body. Since then, Jesus starting mold me, revoke me to a better life. He always with me in time of trouble and depression. His requirements only to believe on Him.

Thank God that you save me for the sure condemnation because of my sin and un-belief on you and Your son Jesus Christ. Also thanks to your love and kindness to me..... Now I assure to the grace of God that in coming future God will save me as He promised above. I pray He always guide me and protect me....