In times of despair, hopelessness and obstacles, we constantly have to find strength to overcome the difficulties.
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| We have to look past the trees to see the sun. |
This is an excerpt from a speech that Winston Churchill gave on October 29, 1941, (from
http://school-for-champions.com )
"...Never give in. Never give in. Never, never, never, never--in nothing, great or small, large or petty--never give in, except
to convictions of honor and good sense. Never yield to force. Never yield to the apparently overwhelming might of the enemy."
It is of utmost importance that we remember to never give up, but in the midst of the trouble, in the middle of the fire, how do we find the strength to get through?
We are only human
In weakness, we know that we are human. We are empathetic to those going through similar situations. We understand our vulnerability. We come to the realization that "we are not all that".
We tend to ask questions such as "why did this happen to me?" The best question to ask in any difficulty will not be heading towards self pity but to ask "Why not me?".
Would you want what you're going through on your worst enemy? If yes, you have a long way to go (I think)
Know your true friends
It is in times of sorrow, pain and loss that we get to know our true friends. Who will stick like glue, when you are not really good company? Who will tell you the truth even when it hurts? Who will give you a shoulder to cry on, and not say a word sometimes, just let you talk through the problem to find a lasting solution.
A man is not an island.
Ultimately, God is the only true friend who sticks closer than a brother, even when all fails, He will never leave us nor forsake us.
Giving is more blessing than receiving
When you feel that you have nothing left to give of yourself, don't stop there. There is still something left in you, even if it's a smile. Share the story, maybe you will be an encouragement to someone. Don't wallow in your own vomit.
I know quite a disgusting thought, but you are more than that failure. Failure is only an incident, a season in passing.
This too shall pass
You have to know that the seasons even in the earth do not last forever. Summer, winter, spring and autumn have their distinct characteristics. That's a story for another day. They all end and give way to the next season.
In the season of weakness, know that strength is waiting to welcome you on the other end of the fire. The scars and blisters are what you acquire from going through the hot coals. Whether or not they'll be the trademark you walk with is a choice only you can make.
The better option is to let the story of your life have a beautiful ending.
On the flip side, there's some good
Weakness brings us to humility. Quite a rare trait, and very important nonetheless. It is when you are at your lowest, you cry for a helping hand. You call out for help, shouting for that push for a better standing.
Let your story give hope for the hopeless and forgiveness to the guilty heart.
Healing after pain.
Forgiveness after hurt and guilt.
No regret, instead gratitude.
No fear, instead inner strength to face more hot coals.
No shame, instead empathy 'n understanding for all those that might be in the same journey.
No anger, because in the end we are all imperfect.
All black sheep.
And God loves us anyway
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Beauty in imperfection. Strength in weakness.
How do you find the strength to get through tough times? Please feel free to share your insights in the Comments section.
Ecclesiastes 3:1,6, 11 To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: ... A time to get, and a time to lose; a time to keep, and a time to cast away; He hath made every thing beautiful in his time: also he hath set
the world in their heart, so that no man can find out the work that God
maketh from the beginning to the end.
