I Will Rise!

Anytime you set out to do something great in life, there will be critics. If you’re going to be a great businessperson, spouse, student, leader or coach, there will be opposition. And the more success you have, the more opportunities there will be for distractions. The higher you go, the more haters will come out.

Stand strong though, the bible says, “Do not gloat over me, my enemy! Though I have fallen, I will rise...” When you start stretching to a new level and pursuing what God has placed in your heart, the jealous people, the critical people, the small-minded people will come out of the woodwork and start making negative comments – but you don’t have to let that distract you.  

If you’re under pressure today, if the critical voices are coming against you, know that it’s because you are making a difference. Don’t let them throw you off course. Instead, dig your heels in and say, “I will not get drawn into battles that don’t matter. It doesn’t matter what others think; it matters what God thinks!”

Today, look beyond the critics. Stand firm against adversity. Focus on God and the good plan He has for you. Ask Him for peace and victory as you press forward to what lies ahead and receive the blessings that He has prepared for you!