Pressed But Not Crushed

Bible verse of the day – 2 Corinthians 4:8

New International Version (NIV):

"We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair;"

King James Version (KJV):

"We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair;"

New King James Version (NKJV):

"We are hard-pressed on every side, yet not crushed; we are perplexed, but not in despair;"

New Living Translation (NLT):

"We are pressed on every side by troubles, but we are not crushed. We are perplexed, but not driven to despair."

English Standard Version (ESV):

"We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair;"

The Message (MSG):

"We’ve been surrounded and battered by troubles, but we’re not demoralized; we’re not sure what to do, but we know that God knows what to do;"

What We Learn

Life can often feel overwhelming. We face pressures, challenges, and uncertainties that test our faith. However, this verse reminds us that while we may be pressed, we are never crushed. While we may be confused, we do not have to lose hope.

Paul's words encourage us to keep trusting God even when circumstances seem unbearable. He acknowledges the struggles but also reassures us that God's power sustains us. We may not always understand what God is doing, but we can be sure that He is in control.

Reflection

  1. What challenges are pressing you today?
  2. How can you remind yourself that you are not crushed or in despair because of God's presence in your life?
  3. In what ways can you rely more on God's strength rather than your own?

Prayer

Heavenly Father, thank You for being my strength in difficult times. When I feel overwhelmed and unsure of what to do, remind me that You are in control. Help me to trust in Your plans and rely on Your power. No matter what I face, I know that I am not crushed or in despair because You are with me. Strengthen my heart and increase my faith. In Jesus' name, Amen.



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