In Times of Trouble

"In times of trouble, remember that God is too kind to be cruel, too wise to make a mistake, and too deep to explain himself." Unknown

There are so many times in this life that we experience troubles. Troubles can come in all types of ways. It can be a small trouble, or a big one that you can't seem to shake. Whatever it is, you have a choice. You can either look at the trouble as something that is annoying, hurting, and just plain difficult. Or, you can choose to look at it for a blessing in disguise. Sometimes forgetting your camera at home may cause you to waste time, turn around, and go back and get it but in God's timing and wisdom, the "waste of time" was really keeping you from a terrible accident. (true story)

Choose to look at your troubles as blessings in disguise. Just a reminder about a wonderful song I talk about before - Blessings by Laura Story. Click on the link and listen if you haven't already! It is a beautiful song and a great reminder for the devotion today.

Will Do

1. Trust God with troubles
2. Be positive even when tempted to complain
3. Look for lessons in your troubles
4. Be compassionate with others who are facing troubles
5. Remember that troubles are temporary
6. Be grateful for the small things in life

To Do

1. Every time you are tempted to complain, list 5 things you are thankful for
2. Read Psalm 42
3. Do a kind deed without being discovered
4. Write about 3 things that are troubling you
5. Find a Bible verse for each of those 3 things and memorize the promise
6. Take a 1/2 hour to relax and be by yourself
7. Dress becomingly today! 

Bible Verses to Remember

1. Isaiah 45:3
2. Psalm 55:22
3. Hebrews 6:12
4. Hebrews 11:6
5. Isaiah 9:2
6. Ephesians 5:13
7. 2 Corinthians 4:16

"I would rather walk with God in the dark than go alone in the light."

            Mary Gardiner Brainard