Winds of Adversity

This is paraphrased from a book that I am reading called How to Let God Solve Your Problems by Charles Stanley. I picked it up one day at a truck stop and read the first chapter. I needed this message and I know others in my life that does as well, so I paraphrased it here. Winds of Adversity The winds of adversity blow strong. They also. Low in every direction. They do not discriminate between rich or poor, weak or strong. Though many people try desperately to avoid difficulty and hardship, sooner or later adversity will strike our lives. This is be abuse no one is exempt from sorrow, heartache, disappointment, and even sudden tragedy. When the storm hits, it can cause a multitude of problems: fear, anxiety, and anger. It can tempt us to doubt God's goodness and to feel as though the very foundation of our lives will crumble beneath us. In the aftermath of any storm, He is the only one we can turn to for encouragement. We search through the debris of their lives looking for signs of hope and anything still connected to the life they knew before the storm. Even if everything has changed, God remains the same (Hebrews 13:8). He is our eternal anchor in stormy, difficult times (Hebrews 6:19). And he promised never to forsake us (Hebrews 13:5). We must trust God with our circumstances. He not only will help solve whatever problem you facing, but he will restore all that has been lost in the process. The restoration may come in a different way. But, it will come, and you will be able to sense God's good was in the process. In Dueteronomy 30:1-3, it says, "so it shall be when all of these things have come upon you, the blessing and the curse which I have set before you, and you call them in mind... And you return to the lord your god and OBEY him with all your heart and soul...the. The lord God will restore you." the lord is the one who provides strength and courage we need to go forward by faith, trusting Him with our future even when the sun does not appear for many days and months. And it is in times of extreme difficulty that He develops our character and strengthens us spiritually, while helping us to grow deeper in our faith in him. We have a sure hope for what seems hopeless and a savior who comforts us in our times of heartache (2 Corinthians 1:3-4). We will face difficult times. Some will be short storms other times will be hurricanes that last months. But, God is with us. When you face adversity, ask God to help you understand his will and purpose for the difficulty. He may not tell you all that you santo know. But over time, you will find that he gives you exactly what you need at the right time. One of the surest ways to experience Gods hope is to read his word. Gods unconditional love and restoration is woven throughout the bible. God loves you with an unconditional everlasting love. Be relentless in your faith because God promised to deliver you from heartache and sorrow.