Author Darlene J. Conard

“Hope deferred makes the heart sick,” the Holy Spirit gently reminded me, illuminating the true state of my heart. I could feel the weight of weariness settling in as I piloted through struggles that felt both challenging and relentless. Each day in the past two weeks seemed to stretch on endlessly, and the fight became more daunting, leaving me wrestling with despair, until I prayed with my prayer warrior friend.

When hope has slipped away, we begin to fade like a fragile plant obscured in the ever-growing shadow of an imposing object. I want to share the answer the Lord gave me. I had a dream last night, a woman stood on a sunlit deck, peering through a pair of binoculars that magnified her view. She basked in the radiant warmth of the sun; her gaze steadfastly fixed through the lenses. In that moment, I distinctly heard the Lord speak to me: “Darlene, refocus your vision. Adjust your spiritual perception so that you can discern the finer details that await you.”

To truly understand our circumstances, we should strive to view them through the eyes of God. I often find myself pausing and praying, “God, please help me discern this situation and let me see it through Your eyes.” When we seek His guidance sincerely, He will reveal insights that might not be immediately apparent. The Holy Spirit is there to guide us and provide direction in all aspects of our lives, illuminating our path and helping us navigate the challenges we face. By opening our hearts to His wisdom, we can navigate our journeys with clarity and purpose.

Be encouraged, God is a promise keeper. There are promises that await you.

“For all the promises of God in him are yea, and in him Amen, unto the glory of God by us.”— 2 Corinthians 1:20 KJV

Feel free to forward it to anyone you wish.  My mission is to encourage everyone to follow our Lord Jesus Christ with all their heart, soul, mind, and strength. ©Darlene J. Conard Vision Ministries 2024.   This may not be republished or used without the author’s written consent. The photograph is AI-generated. Darlene J. Conard is also affiliated with Glory Carrier Ministries. If you have a prayer request, please email it to darlene.conard@hotmail.com, and my intercessors and I will pray.

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