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         Many trials, tribulations and distresses are directly from My hand in answer to your prayers. I do all things in lovingkindess and righteousness. Although the Evil One points his accusing finger, and I often allow him to act as My agent of judgment, even these judgments are in My hand and are executed in love and mercy. Satan cannot touch one hair of your head except I allow it. Remember, when I walked on the Earth and stood before Pilate, I testified that should it be necessary, I had the power to call down the legions of Heaven to come to My defense. All things are possible, but not all things are expedient.
         Often I allow Satan to touch you, so your faith may be put to the test, for I would give you great strength through this. What you call suffering and tribulation is often a catalyst sent from My hand to bring about a desired result--that you, My children, might call upon Me. For in your calling upon Me in every instance, for every happening and need in your life, I am able to pour My power, grace and greatness upon you. Through these tribulations, I am able to bestow upon you the might, majesty and power that I hold in My hand. Through these events that you often see as suffering and tribulation, I lead you into a closer walk with Me. Through these events, these blessings in disguise, you are moved into a position where I am able to pour out My grace upon you, that through My grace you may come to know My power and share in My glory.



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