We may feel weary and on the point of giving up, but God wants us to keep on keeping on at all times. Troubles will always be present, but Jesus reminded His disciples that He has overcome the world. (John 16:33)
To keep on keeping on, we have to:
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Keep trusting. It’s so important to remind ourselves of who God is and what He has done. ‘Your righteousness reaches to the skies, O God; You, who have done great things. Who, O God, is like You?’ (Ps 71:19)
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Keep hoping. ‘You will restore my life again; from the depths of the earth You will again bring me up. You will increase my honour and comfort me once again.’ (Ps 71:20-21)
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Keep worshipping. We choose to worship, no matter what the circumstgances. Praise and worship, singing and playing music all help to focus our attention on God. (Ps 71:22)
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Keep loving. Love is how we show we are God’s followers. (John 13:34-35)
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Keep forgiving. Forgiveness is not an optional extra, nor is it a one-off! (Matt 18:21-35)
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Keep giving. God loves a cheerful giver and generosity is always the response He looks for. (Mark 12:41-44)
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Keep going! Perseverance must finish its work so we can be mature and complete. (James 1:3-4)
