Psalm 68:3

  All long as we are alive and on this Earth, one thing is for sure...there are always going to be things, circumstances and situations that will push, tempt, test and stretch us.  It's true, there may even be days and times when we feel like crying...and worse yet, we may feel like giving up!

During those times we must be careful not to let our feelings get the best of us.  as Mynista says in his song,  Put Ya Fist Up,  "...forget how ya feel...we walk by faith!"  Challenges are still gonna come, but there are some things we can do to meet them head-on.  First of all we can remain Scripture Compliant, meaning don't just read/hear The Word, apply it daily.  Secondly, we can stay prayerful, as 1 Thessalonians 5:17 instructs us.  Remaining prayerful keeps us in tune with God, and helps us focus on Him and not just our circumstances and the challenges we face.

Another key thing that we can do to help innoculate us from being overwhelmed by Life's test & trials is to make the choice to rejoice!  (1 Thess 5:16)  Remember, it is the Joy of the Lord that is our strength!  The enemy is well aware of this, and he is also aware that he has no defense against such a weapon, this is why he tries so hard to distract us...but don't be fooled or tricked.  Make the decision to rejoice...regardless of what it looks like.  Your rejoicing, moves you outta the way and allows God to do His thing...think of it as you releasing all authority to God, and then being a cheerleader on the sidelines cheering Him on as He goes to work on your behalf!

Today's Challenge:   regardless of what you are facing, or how you are feeling...make the choice to rejoice...and don't just sing a song or clap your hands...GO OFF!  Nothing confuses the enemy more than seeing God's people celebrating...especially when things look bad!  So go ahead confuse your enemies and GO OFF!!