Godly Perspective for Hard Times

The trials we go through can be extremely painful, seem never-ending and feel completely overwhelming. Yet, as believers we know that because the Lord is all-powerful and always present that what we go through has passed through his loving hands. Therefore it is crucial that we have the proper godly perspective for the hard times we face or are currently facing. Dr. Charles Stanley offers these truths that we must grab ahold of:

• The Lord controls the timing and intensity of my trial.
• He has a specific purpose for allowing it.
• It may yield something in me that I presently lack,
• If I trust God with a joyful attitude, I'll benefit from adversity.
• Christ wants to demonstrate His ability to sustain me under great pressure.
• He walks with me every step of the way.
• Through the power of the Spirit, I'll come out of this trial victorious.