"Consider it all joy, my brethren, when you encounter various trials," James 1:2
Last night, a dear friend shared with me that he considered today's scripture to be one of the most difficult things to carry out in all of scripture.
It did not take long to agree. As people of God, we are called upon to be optimistic. In reality, we have so much about which to be positive. Among the countless blessings, God has assured us that all things work together for good for those of us who love Him and are called according to His purpose. This means that even when we look at our various situations which would seem to be less than positive, knowing that we will overcome them should bring us joy. Knowing that we are being shaped and molded by our Father through life circumstances should make us happy that He knows us and cares for us.
Beloved, it can certainly be hard to smile sometimes. Rising above our circumstances can be challenging to say the least, however, if we would just have faith, we would find that we can move mountains. Even in the midst of walking in the valley of the shadow of death, know that He is with you and will never forsake you. Allow His love to fill you, His goodness to comfort you and His provision to satisfy you. Keeping this top of mind will keep you joyful, come what may.
In Revival,
Lee
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