This is not the end!

"Because of our faith, Christ has brought us into this place of undeserved privilege where we now stand…" (Romans 5:2, NLT). 

What a wonderful verse! What a wonderful new beginning, one that's possible for each one of us. Yes, friend, for you, too! 

Many times in my life, I have come to the place where I thought I'd ruined everything, but each time, God has surprised me anew with His love! As a teenager, despite my parents' warnings, I got involved in a really unhealthy relationship. As an adult, I got into a relationship that looked perfect but was actually one-sided—and ultimately, it caused great pain. Each time, I believed that was the end for me.

I think we all have times like these, times when we feel like it's the end. God knew we'd feel this way, so He said "Do not be afraid!" in His Word many times (see, for example, Isaiah 54:4).  

Apparently, these words of comfort appear in the Bible 365 times—that's once for each day! Believing is not as easy as reading it, but even if it were written only once, it would be more than enough. All each of us needs to do is believe!

friend, God tells you "fear not" so that you have the strength to keep going, even if today, you're still thinking, "This is the end." With God, it's never the end!

Remember, "Because of our faith, Christ has brought us into this place of undeserved privilege where we now stand…" (Romans 5:2, NLT).  If we keep going, we will experience it!

friend, God wants to give you this new life today, too. He does so out of pure love. He is the God who loves you!

You are a miracle!