Author Darlene J. Conard

Magic erasers are amazing! They can remove all sorts of markings and stains from surfaces, and when used on dingy white surfaces, they can make them look brand new! I was thinking about how incredible this technology is and I wondered why we can’t have a magic eraser that could wipe away unpleasant memories. As I sorted laundry, I said aloud what had been weighing heavily on my mind: “I wish I could just wipe everything away, every single thing.” As I continued with my chores, I talked to God about this internal struggle. I know that God forgets when we put our mistakes under the blood, and I found comfort in sharing my thoughts with Him.

God reminded me that we have an adversary seeking diligently to destroy His people. Nothing would make Satan happier than seeing a child of God fall and not get up. Revelation 12:10 says the accuser comes before God, day, and night, to accuse the brethren. Accuse them of what? Anything he can use to afflict pain, bring self-hatred, or hatred for another human being, question God, and so many other things. That’s why it’s important to be prayerful and submerse ourselves in His word. You can take this piece of bread, break it down, and slowly eat it. Could it be that one of many reasons we remember is to learn from our mistakes, how to withstand the next challenge, and how to use the word of God? I’ve learned God doesn’t waste anything. One night, I heard God speaking to me through a dream. “Darlene, I was with you here, here, and. He reminds me that I was never alone, nor would there be a first. Yes, it’s painful to remember. Yes, some situations are devastating. It’s hard to imagine getting through another day or having a peaceful night’s sleep.

“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” Psalms 46:1 KJV

 … “lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen.” Matthew 28:20 KJV

“No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it.” (1 Corinthians 10:13 KJV) Paul wrote this in his letter to Corinth because it’s true. God will not allow satan to push us to the edge.

The accusations that come forth constantly will not come to pass. We must hold on, keep praying, and keep believing the Lord will do what He promised. Romans 4:25 and 5:1 say through Christ, we are justified, and through Him we are defended by the shedding of His blood.

 Keep that armor on!  “Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.” Ephesians 6:11 KJV

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