How to stand

Soo...the first thing I've learned, especially recently...Be careful what you ask of and from God. It is not about having strings attached, but I feel there should be a fine print that says "Notice: Fulfillment of said prayer request may not necessarily come in the manner you desire. Worthwhile results are usually preceeded by intense trials, shaking the ground you walk on and belief, and yes even your well being. However, all leave an imprint of your Creator - Almighty God - in your mind, in your life, and most importantly upon your heart"

As I go through all this...I know I'm not alone. Jesus provides me strength. I am precious to Him. Everyday walking into work is a battle field. I pray up...mentally gird my mind and heart. I thank God for His necessary armor and my guardian angels warring on my behalf. I'm covered by the blood of Jesus and therefore unstoppable! Before I know it demands, last minute changes to deadline projects. And I'm thinking to myself people cant live this way, under constant high pressure...But I hear Your voice Father...reminding me.. I AM A CONQUEROR!!! You made me that way. I will press forward, one breath at a time, praying, and believing. And when I cant take it anymore...PRAISE is all I can do...For Father You are God, the Great I Am...it doesnt matter what my situation is...You are GOD and You are ABLE!!!

Heavenly Father, I may not be able to talk about rejoicing or say it out loud...not any more...because deep within my heart, deep down in the essence of my being, my Spirit knows. You have moved me from head-knowledge of love and ability, to heart-knowledge of Your sustaining ever-present love...All I have to do is think upon the last 2 weeks and smile...despite how horrible I felt/am feeling...my flesh giving way...my heart still says believe, stand, and hope. So Father I give You glory today, in all that I do. My one desire is to bring Your heart joy everytime You look upon me. To cause You to say "Now, this is my daughter!"....Father I thank You for everything You have done, are doing, and will do for me. I believe You, I trust You, and I adore You this day. Father, You are my God... Your dominion is eternal... And I know that You are faithful to all Your promises, righteous in all Your ways, and loving towards me Your daughter. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. And in faith I stand. Amen