When I arrived late to work yesterday, my boss said, "Good morning, Job Jr.". I just looked at him, smiled and said, "Praise God!"
The storm is not over. It just keeps raining. Yesterday morning, I got in my car, looked over and thought that I left my window open. I didn't. It was broken. Someone busted my window out and stole my laptop out of my car. I could have gotten angry. Afterall, that is what the devil wants me to do. I could just here Job's wife telling him to curse God and die. I just threw my hands up and praised God. I will not curse God.
Many believe that it is God's fault that these things happen. It's not. Evil exists in this fallen world that we live in. Satan is behind the evil. God will, however use the circumstance for His glory. I suppose one lesson to be learned is that it was foolish of me to leave my laptop on the back seat of my car. It was an open invitation to thieves. Thank you, Lord, for the lesson. It could have been much worse. They didn't take any of my stereo equipment and they never popped the trunk, where there was my drill, tools, and an expensive network switch that was for a customer. I suppose the alarm scared them off, which I never heard in my deep sleep.
Some at work and on the internet have stated more than once to me, "If it weren't for bad luck, you would have no luck at all", or, "Man, you've had nothing but bad luck." I'm not buying into any of that. Sure, I have faced many trials as of late. But, it's ok. Character is being formed. Wisdom is being gained. I'm being cleaned up. And, of course, I am certainly being tested. Ever since I called the devil out, he has been coming in full force. I have the authority. Thank you, Jesus! I will remain faithful and trust God. I will continue to praise Him. God is good and He is faithful. He will never give us more than we can handle.
Pressing on.....Praise God!
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Zanphar
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Jul 17 @ 9:38AM
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God, while the most powerful being of all, cannot protect us all at all times. Evil is and will always be sneaky and will do what it can, when it can, even at times when it cannot, it will always try. "Free will" as once said, people will choose their own paths.
Common sense however my friend, never leave valuables anywhere in the open; especially your car. Your house or apartment or otherwise might be safer, including where you work, but there are times that people will even attempt to take from that.
My mom (God rest her soul) passed away Feburary 17, 2008, I do not blame neither God, Jesus or the Devil themselves; nor myself or anyone else, it's a fact of life--but she had bought me a cross (pure gold, rubies, diamonds, gems, etc., a real nice cross with what I cannot describe in words) went around for weeks to find a priest to bless it, and found one that would bless it, me and only if I was wearing the cross at the same time--only for it to be stolen from me 3 days later. :(
Do I hate that person? No. Do I despise that person? No, am I upset with that person? YES. I am only upset at their actions and what the consequences they face in the future when their time comes.
I would be really upset if not (words I won't say) if someone stole any part of my network/networks/computer/computer/server/servers, etc., but would never curse God, Jesus or the Devil (maybe the Devil, ok,) but to be quite honest, if it came down to one thing, being able to live for another day with or without the loss, I would be happier and appreciate God and Jesus much more.
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ragtopcookie
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Jul 17 @ 10:01AM
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Ive been following your blogs now for about a week or two.....anybody who believes or says the things that have befallen you are gods fault needs to have their heads examined.....things happen in life....and poopie always runs down hill.......cookie
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singaporegal
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Jul 17 @ 10:21AM
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You are the most inspirational person I have ever come across - you humble me in your stoic acceptance of the obstacles that life throws your way. Be strong my friend and know that you are a shining beacon of God and your fortitude and courage is an inspiration to us all. God bless.
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Jacksonboy
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Jul 17 @ 10:23AM
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Dang Brother sounds to me like you are due for a change of luck. Keep on Keeping on. 
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MrPaul
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Jul 17 @ 11:38AM
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 God is good...............All the time  God less you man,Prayers are being lifted up on your behalf
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missliss78
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Jul 17 @ 11:45AM
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Wonder what "trial" will be next?
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poeticcougar
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Jul 17 @ 11:46AM
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The trial period....it caved in my sister when Satan kept running at her with scissors. She went back to her old ways even though we KNEW the fight was at its strongest when we first were born-again. He fights me everyday....sending the cults to my door (don't bash me ppl, I'm not talking one specific group....I am talking the ppl who won't let me walk with Jesus in my own church, with my family....). But I believe God sends them to me to keep me in His light. We're faced with trials an tribulations throughout our lives...moreso when we find the Way. Keep smiling, keep the faith  GREAT blog!
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silksox
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Jul 17 @ 11:59AM
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Hello Metry 
I promise...in earnest.... to remember you in front of His throne.... asking for some Heavenly Relief!! Yanno..when Jesus grants you some of His Grace...it also erases/eases your memory of prior troubles.. Let's just see...
Thanks for being a Blessing...in my life
Silk
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TechGirl277
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Jul 17 @ 10:26PM
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A good song to listen to during this time is Relient K's "Pressing On" from their "Anatomy of the Tongue in Cheek" album. They are from Canton, Ohio and I got to meet them personally when I was at the Alive Festival several years ago. Even though they are a ''punk pop'' type group....they are VERY Christian and they do minister to your soul. Enjoy! 
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hpylady1
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Jul 18 @ 1:08AM
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I had that very same thing happen to me .. went out to go to work and no window .. and I knew they were just kids cause they didn't steal anything and it was shot out and probably an accident .. but these thoughts didn't come to mind for a while .. first being the girlie girl that I am .. I just sat down and cried .. wondering when this string of bad luck was gonna end .. then all the other thoughts came to mind and I called and got a very good deal getting it fixed... and I pressed on .. your a great example of a Godly man trying to make it in a unGodly world .. it's a rough road but you will make it
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kywonder
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Sep 6 @ 12:08AM
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Trials, trials, trials, tests to prove our character. You see God knows your character, He just wants you to see it as well.
I have been through so many trials like this, that sometimes, I think I have a target on my forehead saying, 'Hit me", but God is faithful, He will take care of it all.
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