Don't let life discourage you; everyone who got where he is had to begin where he was.—R. L. Evans
Feelings of discouragement are to be expected as part of life. We will have our times of greater energy and hope and our times of feeling depleted and lost. As we mature we learn to see many peaks and valleys across the landscape.
Giving ourselves over to feelings of discouragement is self-indulgent and saps our strength. We cannot see into the future. The dailiness of our lives isn't always dramatic and doesn't usually offer great changes. But we are part of an unfolding process. Looking back over just a week or a month, we can recall troubled times that now seem insignificant. We see other' people and their progress, and we know they too grew just one day at a time and couldn't see what the future would bring them. So we continue - knowing that our process is hopeful - even though we cannot foresee the details of our future.
I have the strength to live through the peaks and valleys and to stay faithful to my recovery.
Hazelden Foundation
glad it was there when you needed it....easy to do...but we have the one who overcomes, right...
ReplyDeleteJBR thanks for sharing such a encouraging post. I to needed to read and now apply to my own daily life. Your doing great. Your going to be an overcomer. God has something big in store for your life. Be patient. God Bless.
ReplyDeleteSweetie beautiful post and timely for me. Keep pressing on the mark. You'll day soon will arive with your breakthrough.
ReplyDeleteJBR,Great message,I am glad that I read it.Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI love going from one blog to another to read each person's journey in life. I have a good deal of stress in my life that simply can't be helped. Some days are great, some or horrific and most are copestetic (sp). I have learned to appreciate the days without great excitement more than those filled with over the top joy. I find copestetic keeps my feet on the ground, my heart safe and my eyes on God. It's not a perfect dance yet, but HE is helping me to restore calm & to keep my footing. Hugs. Tammy
ReplyDeleteIve been so depressed lately i didn't know what to do. I fear. This is good what you sadi here. Thankyou.
ReplyDeleteNever give up is the key. Some times we are holding on for dear life.
ReplyDeleteAs we all go through this narrow path, disappointments seem to abound. But to know that they help us persevere, at one point, will help us to keep striving knowing that in the end, we will reap an unimaginable yet, true promise! Blessings to you JBR! May His strength be yours.
ReplyDeleteJBR...... Your blog has been a real blessing too me. You post somethings like that Baggage vid , and it seems sometimes God is telling you too post these things for me. I know it sounds weird and maybe alittle creepy but I look forward to reading your insights daily. Thx...
ReplyDeleteFeel better. Oscar
ReplyDeletethank you~thank you~thank you
ReplyDeletefor that today:)
Deeeeeeep breath; much better.
-Jennifer
"I have strength for all things in him that gives me power", Philippians 4: 13. No strength in me; all power in Him!
ReplyDeleteThanks again for a much needed word....God bless
ReplyDeleteGreat words you shared JBR ~ Your in my thoughts and prayers dear.
ReplyDeleteHugs, Ella
sometimes it's so hard not to feel discouraged. And sometimes that discouragement pops up like a familiar shirt...and not from anything that is happening or not happening. I am so grateful for Him...holding me in those times...and helping me push past the feelings. Take gentle care JBR.
ReplyDeletediscouragement... satan loves it, and loves to use it against us... it's surely one of the most used tools in his toolbox.
ReplyDeleteKeep standing firm JBR... look at how far He's brought you! :)
Hugs!
oh goodness, i love that!!! :) there are times i really need this reminder. i'm glad you found it this week and that it was of comfort to you. i'm so sorry to hear you've been struggling~
ReplyDeleteI love that quote by RL Evans...
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