I knew what God had called me to do, but fear and doubt cloaked my heart as I inventoried my ability, energy, and resources. Overwhelmed by what felt like an impossible—or at the least uncomfortable—task, I froze in place, unable and unwilling to move forward.
At that moment, Noah’s story encouraged me. God commanded him to build an ark and bring two of every living thing aboard to keep them alive during a massive flood. I imagine Noah struggled with doubts when receiving this great assignment. How am I supposed to build this massive ark? How can I track down two of every animal and get them on the ark? How will I prevent the animals from destroying each other? God, isn’t this an impossible task?
But God told Noah, “Of the birds after their kind, of animals after their kind, and of every creeping thing of the earth after its kind, two of every kind will come to you to keep them alive” (Genesis 6:20 NKJV).
They will come to you. It happened just as God said. The animals came to Noah, and they entered the ark two by two. Despite how difficult or impractical it may have seemed, Noah stepped out in faith and obeyed God’s instruction. In turn, God fulfilled His Word and assisted Noah, providing precisely what he needed.
When God gives us difficult or seemingly impossible tasks, He will send exactly what we need. Our job is to be faithful, follow His lead, and step out in faith. He will supply and take care of the rest.
How can you better trust God to help you do what He wants?
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Emily Marszalek enjoys the simple pleasures in life in the Pacific Northwest with her husband Nick and their two Goldendoodles, Charlie and Lucy. She loves jigsaw puzzles, animals, rock music, and all flavors of birthday cake.