There have been times when my heart ached because of a situation I did not like: a bad decision that led to bad situation, an unexpected happenstance that created an unresolved circumstance, a health issue that hung on for far too long. A chapter that I did not like. I’ve thought, God I do not like this chapter of my story!
A Shunammite woman in the Old Testament had both good and bad chapters recorded in 2 Kings 4. It all started when she invited the prophet Elijah to join her and her husband for a homecooked meal. She knew that he was a holy man, so decided to add a room onto her house where he could stay when passing through town.
Elijah was so grateful for her kindness, he wanted to do something special to show his gratitude. She assured him that she didn’t need a thing. She had plenty of money, a fine husband, ample farmland, a nice home, and a good standing in her community. But Elijah wouldn’t let it go. He asked his servant, Gehazi, if he had any ideas. “Well, she doesn’t have son, and her husband is old,” he replied.
Elijah called her back to his room and announced, “About this time next year, you will hold a son in your arms.”
“No, my lord,” she objected. “Don’t mislead your servant, O man of God!”
Elijah wasn’t misleading her at all. The next year, she gave birth to a son. That’s a good story! I like that story!
A few years later, the boy experienced an excruciating headache. As his mom held him in her lap, the boy died. I do not like that story.
The boy’s mom got on a donkey and went to find Elijah. She wouldn’t leave until he agreed to returned to her home. Elijah went in the boy’s room, shut the door, and prayed to the LORD. Then he got on the bed and lay upon the boy, mouth to mouth, eyes to eyes, hands to hand. As he stretched himself out upon him, the boy’s body grew warm. Then Elijah got up, walked around, and stretched out on the boy’s body again. That might seem a bit odd for us readers, but all I know is the boy was healed. He sneezed seven times and then opened his eyes.
That’s a good story. I like that story.
We are all going to have good chapters and bad chapters. We’re going to have times when we think, I do not like this story and other times we think, I do like this story. The key is to not get stuck in life’s difficult chapters but keep moving to the flow of the Author’s pen. God is still writing your story.
Father, some chapters of my story that are so difficult. However, I know You can use all the broken pieces to make a magnificent masterpiece. Help me not get stuck in a bad chapter due to disappointment or discouragement, but to keep moving forward, knowing there is more to be written. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
Where are you right now? A good chapter or a bad chapter? Either way, if you’re willing to keep moving forward and not get stuck in a bad chapter, leave a comment and say…God is still writing my story, and I will not get stuck!
Digging Deeper
Can I tell you a secret? When You Don’t Like Your Story is one of the most powerful, important books I’ve ever written. Through this message, God changed my life! I know He can change yours too. In the pages, you will learn how God wants to turn your worst chapters into your greatest victories! It’s never too soon…and it’s never too late. Let’s do it together!
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I got cancer, 2 teenegers, I trust you are writting my story, everithing is for our good.
God is still writing my story, and I will not get stuck! Amen!
Isaiah 43:19-“Behold, I am doing a new thing; do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and streams in the desert.”
God is still writing my story, and I will not get stuck!
God is still writing my story. I will not get stuck!!
God is still writing my story, and I will not get stuck!
God is still writing my story and I will not get stuck.
God is still definitely writing my story and I will try with everything that’s in me, and His strength, not to get stuck. Amen 🙏🏿
God is still writing my story and I WILL NOT get stuck! Thank you dear Sharon!
Yes, I feel my story is still been written,
Sometimes I feel like I got it or am getting it, then I feel like I’m taking a step backwards and getting stuck again.
Not getting stuck in the muck…. God definitely uses bad parts to tell His story. I pray I will always give God the glory in all circumstances. I agree that the book “when you don’t like your story” is a fantastic book. Game changer.
Thank you so much for this message!!! I find myself getting so discouraged and afraid, but your words helped me to remember that God is truly writing my story and I will NOT get stuck. Thank you and God bless you!!
PRAISE GOD 👏 🙌
WHAT A BEAUTIFUL MESSAGE THIS IS!!!
Believing this is just a chapter with a higher purpose than I can imagine right now. Choosing to pray and trust God. God’s got me and my health. He can redeem the cancer situation I am in right now and use for my good, the kingdom of God, and most importantly His glory. I’m thankful that God considers my good even while all things are designed to bring Him glory. He is so good and faithful day after day.
God is writing my story and I will not get stuck.
Good morning, Beautiful, Sharon I love your writing skills. Yes….God isn’t finished writing my story. I’m going to Keep Moving Forward In Faith through my life’s journey knowing that Our Heavenly Father holds me in the palm of His Hands. Continued Blessings and Much love.
God is still writing my story. He is not finished with me yet.
Thank you for this beautiful message today! I desperately needed it. I do not like the chapter I am navigating right now but I know my Lord is in control. I just need to cling to my faith and know he is carrying me in his arms. Asking my sisters in Christ to pray for me. Thank you
God is still writing my story.
Thank you, Jesus!
I like this story! Thank you; I need this reading this morning!
I’m in a fairly easy season. I get scared saying that. My guilt is relieved when I look back on the hard times. I’ve had wife troubles, parent troubles, job troubles, and friendship troubles. I’ve taken care of both my parents before they passed. Those were some of the worst of times. God saw me through. So, although I fear trouble, Jesus’ proven character will carry me through.
I feel like I’ve been in a bad chapter this entire year. I know God has a plan I just wish it was a little easier for me. I will keep praying and asking for His help. Thank you for the uplifting words of encouragement.
God is still writing my story, I will not get stuck! Amen
Praying to keep moving forward and not dwell on anything from my past
Our church has a correspondence ministry with incarcerated women. We have used “When You Don’t Like Your Story” as our study material for years. It has brought revelation and hope to many inside those prison walls. Thank you for sharing the gift God has given you – you’ve made a tremendous positive impact on so many.
This year I lost my husband of 56years. It has been overwhelming as
I know I still have purpose because I am still drawing breath, but I have no plans 😔. I cannot imagine a life going forward 💔 but trusting that the Lord will “establish” my steps. He promised to heal the broken hearted and binding up their wounds. AMEN!
I am praying for you, Marie
I am truly experiencing a really bad chapter right now but God is still writing my story and I will not get stuck. I appreciate your prayers for strength, peace and joy.
I am praying for you, Annette
Oh wow. I was just praying about this long chapter of my life. Thank you for this. Just what I needed as a reminder. Jer 29:11. Blessings to you and yours.
God is still writing my story, I will not get stuck.
God is still writing my story, and I will keep moving and not get stuck! Amen.
I’m at an interesting chapter. I do not want to get stuck here in this place where everything is being taken apart and it seems impossible for it to be put back together let alone made better than before. Although interesting is not boring, when the putting back together part starts happening, it will feel much better I’m sure. I pray that Father God doesn’t run out of ink, doesn’t get brain fog, or doesn’t quit on my story. I’m telling God right now this morning that I’m not getting stuck. I will keep recalling <<>> along with my memories when God got me, along with my loved ones, through difficulties by His presence. His mark is what I recall.
God is still writing my story and I won’t get stuck. Thank you, Sharon. Amen 🙏
God IS still writing my story and I will NOT get stuck! My husband of 58 years suddenly and unexpectedly passed away two weeks ago. I don’t know how to do life without him, especially right now through the holidays. This Devo is exactly what I needed to hear today! I don’t know how people get through this life without God at the center of it.
God is still writing my story, and I will not get stuck! I’m not where I want to be but I know better is coming, I can feel it! Praise God from whom ALL blessings flow!
God is still writing my story and I will not get stuck! My husband of 58 years passed away suddenly two weeks ago. I don’t know how people get through this life without God at the center of it.
Seems every time a get ahead just an inch.. something comes and pulls me behind 2 miles.. I know GOD is still writing my story, HE’ is not finished yet!!! In the name of JESUS!!
God is still writing my story, and I will not get stuck!! My daughter just bought me a shirt with this saying on it, I love it! I was just praying today, that I not get stuck, but keeping me eyes on Jesus, to keep walking forward. Even though I may not see where I’m going, He does! Thank you Jesus
It’s reassuring to know that God is still writing my story and this phase of my life will roll into a more beautiful story😊
God IS in control. I opened my eyes this morning and needed this reminder before starting my day!
Thank you for sharing encouragement through God’s word.!
God IS in control. I opened my eyes this morning and needed this reminder before starting my day!
Thank you for sharing encouragement through God’s word.!
God is writing my story and I will not get stuck! Thank you Sharon as I have been feeling stuck for a few weeks.
God is still writing my story, I will not get stuck!
Praise Jesus as I keep pressing on!
God Bless you all! 🙏😇
When You Don’t Like Your Story is such a great book. I just finished it and what a great reminder of God’s sovereignty and love. He will use any pain we have experienced if we simply let Him.
God is still writing my story, I will not get stuck! 🙏🏽
God is still writing my story and I will not get stuck!
Thank you King Jesus.
God is still writing my story, and I will not get stuck!
God is still writing my story. God is the great physician, the great I am! Oh how I love Jesus.
God is still writing my story and I will not get stuck! Amen 🙏🏾
God is still writing my story, and I will not get stuck. In Jesus name, Amen !!!!!
Habakkuk 3:17-18 NLT
Even though the fig trees have no blossoms, and there are no grapes on the vines; even though the olive crop fails, and the fields lie empty and barren; even though the flocks die in the fields, and the cattle barns are empty, yet I will rejoice in the LORD! I will be joyful in the God of my salvation! GOD IS STILL WRITING MY STORY… I WILL NOT GET STUCK!
God is still writing my story, and I will not get stuck! I’m going through a horrible season with my husband. He has had an affair, and I found out in October. We have three grown daughters who are not handling this well at all. One daughter is absolutely distraught and getting married in the spring. Our lives are a mess, besides that fact that he is also doing some other very bad stuff that they know about and it’s tearing us all apart. I rededicated my life to the Lord, and I have forgiven him and his mistress, and I have peace. She is so lost also and has three daughters too. I pray for both of them to find the Lord, especially my husband and I will continue to love and respect him until we sign papers, or he is TRULY repentant. The Lord will get me through, and I will press on. He is NOT going to steal my joy.
God is still writing my story. I will not get stuck!!
God is still writing my story, and I will not get stuck!
Amen!!! God is Still Writing My Story!!! I will not get Stuck!!!
I am a Believer!!!! Blessing to you all.
God is still writing my story and I will not get stuck. Yesterday, December 2, while walking from garage back to house, slipped on a rug. Now I’m 77, TKR May 2, 2024, Hit my head and replaced knee on cement. Sit for a second then proceeded to get myself to the carport so I could get up. A car drove up next door, asked lady if husband with her. It was her son but they came over and helped me up. BUT GOD. Feeling ok today and resting. Yes God is good all the time.
God is for sure still writing my story.. I also feel he has writers block sometimes because in my heart and soul I believe that I’m supposed to up and move from this place I’m in but I’m afraid to do so.. to start over to find another job trucking 4 children around and no indefinite answer in front of me. Please send prayers for myself and my family we truly need them. My story has truly just begun.
GOD is still writing my story and I will NOT get stuck.
God is still writing my story and I will not get stuck. This is so amazing and I hear God speaking to me through this. A few weeks ago concerning a certain situation God spoke ” rewrite the story.” He is an awesome Father!
Please pray that my back is healed. I am feeling discouraged and forgotten.
Laura,
I pray Lord that you will provide a miracle for Laura and heal her body from head to toe. You Lord said by your stripes we are healed. Giving you all the praise! Thank you Lord for allowing us to lean unto you for you are our strength in times of weakness. You said you would never leave us or forsake us. We lay this at the throne of God.
Love in Christ,
Anita
God is still writing my story, and I will not get stuck. Father God please help me to keep moving forward with you.
I work full time and have two adult children living with me, still paying rent and bills and going to school at the same time. And I believe God is still writing my beautiful story. Amen!
God is still writing my story, and I will not get stuck!
Early every morning I journal while doing “chair time” with God. The pen that I held when I began writing a few years ago now is in God’s hand. And, I am grateful.
It’s a tough season, I don’t like this story, but God is still writing my story, and I will not get stuck.
I’m feeling so stuck. My husband was recently diagnosed with an incurable disease that will greatly shorten his life expectancy. We both feel hopeless regarding his diagnosis, but continue to put our trust in Jesus. Please pray for us.
GOD is still writing my story and I will not get stuck! Financial stressors but if my own doing.
I recently got diagnosed with bipolar disorder and borderline personality disorder and have had many struggles with episodes but I know God is still writing my story because I want to be 100% so I can help others in their mental illness as my dream job is to help others by becoming a peer specialist. I still get episodes but God has been helping me realize when I could have a mental health episode,Praise God for helping me cope with loss of control and helping me structure my life again with medication to help me through it and with his amazing miracles and words of wisdom leading me down a path that is what he’s planned for me, plans to give me hope and future! Thank you Jesus and our Heavenly Father who loves us through our ups and downs and struggles in life, amen!
God is still writing my story, I will not get stuck.
God is definitely still writing my story,I cannot get stuck.I just have to keep remembering that and move forward every day. Thank you for today’s email.
God is still writing my story and I will not get stuck!
God is still writing my story……Amen
God is still writing my story, and I will not get stuck!!! I am not believing the drs report. I’m believing the report if the Lord!! Tomorrow I’m going to go to drs and get all them test done to show God is in my story and it will be okay. IN JESUS NAME
God is still writing my story, and I WILL NOT get stuck!
Hallelujah 🙂
God is still writing my story! And I will not get stuck! Thank you, Lord!
Thank you, Sharon for sharing this with us.
This chapter of my life is fully of pain but yet I am very faithful and I will keep moving to the flow of God’s, pen because God is still writing my story.
Please pray for me. I broke my back and have no emotional support and my family is unkind.
Thank you, Sharon, for this message,
Our life is a God story to reveal his hope and Glory!! God is my ready writer for my next chapter! Ready and waiting, fully honored, as an open vessel. We are so Blessed!!