Do you ever wonder why people are happy and blessed and you're struggling to make things right? Do you feel as though you've dug yourself a hole that no one can get you out of? Often times, people experience drama and trauma in their lives when things aren't going well. One of the first things people do is fall into a depressive mood. Depressed because things didn't turn out the way they wanted. Depressed because they feel like a failure. And depressed because they can't see the light at the end of the tunnel. For people who feel like this, it's hard for them to find any good in a bad predicament. If I'm speaking to you, read on and get ready for your shout.
A few years ago, I had the opportunity of ministering to a person finding all kinds of good in a 'hellish' situation. While we were talking, I learned that physical illness had resulted in multiple surgeries and constant rehabilitation struggles. To the average person, they would feel as though life isn't worth living. However, for this elderly man who was crippled physically, he refused to be crippled emotionally and spiritually. Can we be honest for a moment and say that situations and circumstances have a way of making you enjoy life or complain about the life you have. How you feel about yourself will prevent anyone or anything from stealing your joy. Remember, true joy comes from the inside and isn't dictated by what's happening on the outside. When you understand who you are and whose you are, you'll start finding good in bad predicaments.
In this spiritual journey, we can learn a few lessons about finding good in a bad predicament. The first lesson learned is you can't prevent problems from happening, but you can control how you deal with them. As I was ministering to this elderly man, he told me, 'the discomforts of life should never define your self-worth.' Let me say it this way. If you rely on things to make you happy, you'll always be confined by people and things. The second lesson learned is that the good that has happened in your life definitely outweighs the bad. When you look back over your life, you'll have to conclude that God has blessed you with so much. In fact, there's still some blessings you've yet to receive; but it's on the way. Anytime you allow God to order your steps, you'll find the good in life. Some situations will appear unpleasant, but if you allow God to be in control, you'll utter the slang, 'it's all good.'
The Psalmist declared these words, "Oh, magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt His name together. I sought the Lord, and He heard me, and delivered me from all my fears." Please don't miss this last lesson. Praising God for what He's done for you will elevate you from that which is bad to that which is good. When I finished talking to the elderly man, he left me with the words, 'I refuse to complain because the more I complain, the less I appear grateful to the life that God has given me.' I want you to get into your spirit everyday can be a good one - if you choose. That's my word for you. When you feel attacked, in pain, and/or uncertain, start praising God and think about His love, grace, and mercy poured into your life.
Rev. Grey
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