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Have you ever felt that deep, persistent tension—like your heart, your faith, or even your daily life is being pulled in directions that feel uncomfortable and unfamiliar?
What if that uncomfortable tension isn't random, isn't attack, and isn't punishment... but God's loving hand gently stretching you for reasons your heart
isn't ready to hear yet?
What if the very thing that hurts right now is the doorway to the breakthrough you've been praying for?
Keep reading—because today's encouragement and this week's blog post reveal exactly why
God is stretching you in this season.
You'll discover if the stretch is from Him, and the three powerful things that always happen when you lean in instead of pulling away.
Now, what is God saying to His children?
Stretching is Good for You
"Things may not seem as they appear. You may not think you're making much progress. If you only knew.
"Be consistent My child, for that is where you will see growth. Consistency will lead to growth and a greater understanding of My will for you.
"When you stop and start, it can cause delays.
"But consistency will push you through to your breakthroughs.
"I've told you at the
beginning of the year that your priorities and focus will be changing.
"That requires you to LET GO of what I am showing you.
"Will it stretch you?
"Of course it will.
"Look at stretching as a Faith Step in the right direction.
Remember, whatever I have asked you do, at one time you had never done it before.
"So, in this season of stretching you, get used to the NEW. That means letting go of the old for the new.
"You may feel stretched in other ways that cause you pain and stress. That is NOT from Me. These are unhealthy situations.
"When you are feeling stretched from now on, ask Me this question... 'Lord, are You stretching me or is it something else?'
"I promise you I WILL answer that question, My child."
-Your Loving, Caring Heavenly Father
Encouragement
, did you know that God has a purpose in what He is doing right now in your life?
You may not like the stretching you're experiencing, but it's for your good.
Think about
stretching your muscles—it can feel uncomfortable at first, but consistency brings relief and strength.
One thing I love about this time of year is the fresh opportunities God brings. We get to release the old and embrace the new.
Are you willing to let go and step into that?
If yes, accept that stretching will happen—and it leads to incredible change. The more strength, the more you grow... and the more rest becomes essential.
But why rest?
And how do you know if the stretch is from God or something else?
Find out in this week's blog post. You'll discover the purpose behind God stretching you this
season, plus practical ways to experience His pain relief and peace. Learn more here...
You'll find out what three things you can KNOW will happen when God stretches you.
I even share some practical tips the Lord showed me that relieved pain from my back, neck, and shoulders.
Why keep the pain in your life, when you can get rid of it God's Way?
Find out if the stretching you are feeling is from God or not. When you do, then you can expect to experience Pain-Relief from God.
Daily Encouragement
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