Joy in Troubling Times

– Holding on to God’s good promises to me when life is hard –

There are many times in your life that may feel bad. Failing a test, getting in a fight, losing someone close to you, or doing something wrong are just some reasons you may know feel good. Your happiness depends on what in happening to you know. But your joy depends on what you believe will happen in the big picture. Here are just a couple ways you can choose to be joyful:

First, make sure you have a good relationship with God. Maybe you are not doing what is right and you’re ignoring God. Or maybe you have never invited God into your life. Start by getting your relationship with God right. Ask Him for forgiveness and invite Him to lead you. This is always the best decision you can make. God loves you and wants to help you in the most important ways.

Second, choose to believe that God is in control and He wants to take care of you because you are His precious child. Unlike people, He never fails or gives up. He is able to do anything possible to take care of you and He loves you more than anyone. If you remember this, even in the worst situation, you can have hope and joy because God is with you.