Circumstances… Life-dealt Situations… Position in Life… Seasons… Crossroads…
These words and phrases bring thoughts to my mind of specific times that demanded my attention, important decisions to be made and times that may or may not have been “fun”, “happy” or “enjoyable”.
I’m sure you’ve dealt or are dealing with one of these in your life. But, as a Christian, how are we to handle these situations? Many times we hear fellow brothers and sisters-in-Christ telling us to be “real”! What do they mean by that? They mean that everyone is “human” and can express their feelings about situations in life in a way that fits that particular feeling. In other words, anger, depression, bitterness, jealousy etc. can all be expressed without restraint because, regardless of our heavenly citizenship, we are human and have a need to express ourselves accordingly.
If you’ll allow, God has something to say about circumstances, life-dealt situations, positions in life, seasons and crossroads: “Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.” – 1Thessalonians 5:18 It’s hard to be thankful and angry at the same time.
Easier said than done? Maybe… but those that count their blessings and believe that all good things come from God will not remain in any other state of mind than a thankful one.
Here’s the reason why we are to be thankful, and have unending joy, regardless of circumstances:
“Christ died for us so that, whether we are dead or alive when He returns, we can live with Him FOREVER.” – 1Thessalonians 5:10
One more thing, it is because of Christ Jesus that we can enter into God’s presence at any time… read Psalm 100 to learn how it is we are to enter into His presence.
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