Let Nothing Separate You From Jehovah - WHEN WE EXXPERIENCE HARDSHIPS

 Pour out your heart to Jehovah in prayer, and look to him for support.  The prophet Habakkuk faced many hardships. At one point, he seems to have doubted whether Jehovah cared about him. So he poured out his feelings to Jehovah in prayer.  He said: "How long, O Jehovah, must I cry for help, but you do not hear? . . . Why do your tolerate oppression?"  (Habakkuk 1:2, 3)  Jehovah responded to the heartfelt prayer of his loyal servant. (Habakkuk 2:2, 3)  After meditating on Jehovah's saving acts, Habakkuk was filled with renewed joy.  He became convinced that Jehovah cared for him and would help him endure any trial.  (Read Habakkuk 3:17-19.)  What is the lesson for us?  When you face hardships, pray to Jehovah and tell him how you feel. Then look to him for support.  When you do, you can be confident that Jehovah will give you the strength you need to endure. And you feel his support, your faith in him will grow stronger.

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