A time to weep, a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance. Ecclesiastes 3:4

As we journey through life, we encounter good times and bad times. Life never seems to remain the same. This cycle of ups and downs can ware you down emotionally, physically and spiritually. Oftentimes our responses to these changes (especially the down times) test our true character. So often I call out to God and ask for stability....can you please just make everything good in my life. Have you ever asked God for stability and consistency? 

So how can we remain "in check" when the bad news comes our way or the storms of adversity thunder into our life. The answer, Jesus Christ. Hebrews 13:8 says: Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever. Jesus never changes...His love and concern for you  remains the same. Let's look at a few reasons to put our trust in Him. ‎

1. He is victorious. John 16:33, Jesus says..."in ME you shall have peace. In the world you will have tribulation: but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world." Without doubt, we will have trouble in our life. I'd say the majority of bad things are from Satan himself...trying to wear you down and make you less effective for Jesus. Be rest assured, your battle, your struggle has been won through Jsus Christ. Rely on Him for sustainment in the storms of life.

2. He heals. Luke 5:31-32. "Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick. I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners, to repentance". 

Jesus wants to clean us up. The struggles in the world can make you do things contrary to the character of Christ. When we respond to negative situations outside the character of Christ, we tarnish our relationship with Him. Jesus restores our life when we come back to Him from our moments of disobedience. Come to Jesus for healing and restoration. 

3. He sustains us. Revelation 21:6 "I am the Beginning and the End. I will give of the fountain of the water of life freely to him who thirst". When we encounter trouble, Jesus assures us He is with us from start to finish. He never leaves our side. When we are in need, He provides the necessary resources to help sustain us in our lowest time in the struggle. Call on Him for help and He will sustain you. 

No two days are the same in life. Our foundation is Jesus Christ....our rock, our stronghold and our sustainer. Put you faith and trust in Jesus Christ everyday and see your life transform into the character of Christ. God bless. ‎