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Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 11:26 AM

Adversity, a time to rise or fail

Adversity, a time to rise or fail

In the grand tapestry of life, dreams are the vibrant threads that weave our aspirations, hopes, and faith. They are the whispers of our hearts, the echoes of our souls. Yet, we often find ourselves grappling with fear and uncertainty, hesitant to entrust our dreams to anyone, even God. Today, I want to encourage you to take that leap of faith, to trust God with your dreams, for He is the ultimate dream weaver.

Consider the story of Joseph, a young man with a coat of many colors and dreams that were as vivid and varied. His dreams were not just figments of his imagination; they were divine revelations, prophecies of a future where he would rise above his brothers. Yet, his path was not strewn with roses. He was sold into slavery by his brothers, falsely accused, and imprisoned. But Joseph held onto his dreams, trusting God’s plan. Ultimately, he became Egypt’s second most powerful man, saving his family and an entire nation from famine. His story teaches us to trust God’s timing and plan even when our dreams seem impossible.

Then there is the story of Moses, a man God chose to lead the Israelites out of Egypt. Moses was not a warcomplete rior or a statesman; he was a shepherd with a stutter who doubted his abilities. Yet, when God called him, Moses trusted Him with his dream of freedom for his people. Despite the numerous obstacles and setbacks, Moses remained steadfast in his faith, leading the Israelites to the Promised Land. His story is a testament to the power of trusting God with our dreams, no matter how daunting they seem.

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