The
uncertainty of life is a very real thing; however, sometimes it’s the
uncertainties that keep us guessing and keeps life interesting; it all has to
do with our perception or point of view.
We go through a lot of situations; some good and some not so good.
We want
a level of security in our lives. More
to the point of when it seems like our world has been turned upside down and
all hell breaks loose, we would like to know that everything will be alright. Lionel, a cartoon character, always had his
security blanket, it made him feel safe.
We should all have something that we look to in order to maintain that
feeling of safety and security.
Earlier
in my adult life, I would stress over situations that would arise. I’ve always been a believer in controlling
the things that I can control, but the things that were outside of my bailiwick;
let’s just say that was another matter-not necessarily a pretty picture.
Within
my short time on this earth, I’ve learned that at times it’s necessary to put
my trust in others. This has served me
well, however, that’s not all. I’ve also learned that I must trust God. I’ve had to believe that what was said was
true as well as trust in their ability to accomplish what was promised. Of course God’s ability far exceeds people,
but you get my point.
Being
able to keep calm in a stressful situation, especially when the world is
spinning out of control is a neat trick; and finding that place of great peace
seems very elusive. Situations and
circumstances come and go in our lives and yes some have a greater affect than
others, however they don’t last always.
Finding a stable and secure place to wait out the storms of life, I believe
is critical. Mental, emotional, and
spiritual security, I believe, is vital to our health.
I’ve
been able to find this in some relationships with people, but mostly with
God. Life has its disturbing moments,
but they eventually pass. Learning the
truths of the word of God has greatly contributed to my ability to maintain
serenity during those stressful times. I
don’t always get this right, however I’m learning and have a place to go for
help.
Allow me
to quote a familiar hymn, “O what peace we often forfeit, O what needless pain
we bare, all because we do not carry everything to God in prayer”.
So get
through the process; go through the situation; you will be the better for it
because your destiny awaits.
This has
been your 8 to 80 seconds of encouragement.
Tims2Centz
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