As we go through life, we all face a lot of unexpected challenges. I’ve found there are four possible ways to deal with the unexpected:
Focus inward and wallow in self-pity.
Focus backward and mourn in grief.
Look ahead in uncertainty and confusion.
Or…
Look up in trust to the God who loves me.
I’ve learned that no matter what uncertainty I’m facing, the answer is always the same: Jesus.
No matter what undertainty you're facing, the answer is always the same: Jesus Click To TweetAnd this is the spirit of today’s featured post by Maree Dee How to Thrive in the Midst of the Unexpected. Maree provides both encouragement and a list of practical ways to help you thrive in your circumstances by focusing on the same God who died to give you His unending peace.
What unexpected circumstances are you facing today? Are you wallowing, mourning, or confused? Then head over to Embracing the Unexpected for a little encouragement to help you thrive in God’s love and peace.
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How to Thrive in the Midst of the Unexpected
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Valerie is a wife, mother, blogger, breast cancer survivor, and the co-director of Candidly Christian (as well as our Prayer Team Liaison). After suffering years of debilitating anxiety, she learned that victory over anxiety comes only through surrender to Jesus. Now she writes to help women overcome anxiety through faith. You can find her on VictoryThroughSurrender.com.
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2 Comments
What an encouraging topic. Fixing our eyes on God is absolutely how we thrive in the midst of the unexpected! I needed this reminder.
Tiffany Montgomery recently posted…When God Is Silent You Must Pray to Be Still
Amen, Tiffany! I think I need this reminder at least weekly. I’m glad this encouraged you!
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