Disappointments in life

Many times during our lives we are disappointed, disillusioned or distressed. Maybe we did not get the job offer, a relationship did not last or a friend betrayed us. How do we handle this and how do we respond? As Christians what is our next step?

I believe it is important to keep the focus where it should be....on Jesus...building our relationship with Him  in order to live our lives for Him and do the work God has given us to do. We are all going to be let down from time to time, yet it is our reactions that matter. God knows our weaknesses and vulnerabilities...let's not lose the focus...

We have a golden opportunity to shine as Christians when we respond in gentleness, kindness or sincerity. We are not in control of others and it is not up to us to be their keepers. That is our Lord's job...and He does not need our help, which is a good thing as we would more than likely mess it up.

I always marvel at our Lord's love and mercy; He knows our hearts and our plans and continues to love us. We have so many in need; with health issues, financial stress or worldly struggles. It is important we follow our Lord, join in fellowship with like minded Christians and spend time building the bond with our Lord and Savior.

The closer we become to God the more we want to please Him; I can only imagine how sweet it would be to know that we are the "apple of His eye"...to be counted as one of His. My prayer is we keep the focus on Jesus, continue to pray for everyone (no matter the circumstances) and ask the Lord to watch over us in our times of trials.
 
Ephesians 3:16-17 I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, ¹⁷ so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith

Let us go forth with love in our hearts and mercy for all...and may God's blessings shine on us through out the days.

Smiles & Blessings,
Cynthia Collins Kaitfors