Life ... something we all must face and learn to get through the best way we can. We all experience (and love) the good times, but being human, we all experience those rougher, tougher, hard times too. I've learned it's not what we go through in life, it's how we choose to get through it.

A few years ago, a very dear friend and Pastor told me a few things that has greatly impacted my life:

1. Know what the Bible says about your situations / circumstances.
2. Read / study / learn scriptures that apply to situations in your life.
3. Learn how to apply them to defeat those situations and circumstances should they come about.
4. Know God's promises.
5. Make time to read God's Word daily ... knowledge is power and power is useless if it's not used appropriately and authoritatively.

Philippians 4:13 – I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.

It took a long time for me to realize just how important it was to not only read God's Word daily, but to know how to use and apply it in my life. This is one of the greatest and most significant actions you can take when faced with ANY situation that surfaces.

I encourage you to recognize what you are seeking or facing in life, read the Bible to see what God says about your circumstances… No matter what it is you are going through, what you are facing, or how ‘it' feels, there's truth and guidance in the Word. 

What are you facing?? What are your circumstances?? … The list is endless, but here's just a few of my personal favorites…

Peace?? John 14:27 – Peace I leave with you; My [own] peace I now give and bequeath to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Do not let your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.

Tired? Matthew 11:28-30 – I will give you rest

Discouraged? Isaiah 41:13 (NIV) – For I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you.

Isaiah 43:2-32 (NIV) – When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze. 

Frustrated?1 Peter 5:7 – Cast all your cares on me.

Feeling alone? Hebrews 13:5 – I will never leave you or forsake you.

And one that brings me comfort in my personal journey with Christ...

Philippians 4:13 – I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.

So ... what exactly DOES God say?!

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* Individual results may vary.