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Recently, I went hiking in an area close to my home. As I walked, I was captivated by the stunning beauty surrounding me. To my right, the Yuba River flowed, creating a spectacular sound due to the strong current, and to my left, every few feet, I observed stunning waterfalls flowing down from the rocks and the greenery. I couldn’t help but reflect on how calm always follows a storm. It had been raining for many days, and during one of those days, a big storm hit, with the wind making such a terrible noise at night that it felt like it would never end.
Isn’t it true that life’s challenges sometimes make us feel as though they will never end, pushing us into fear and often into despair? We must remember that “this too shall pass”, and the Bible specifically states in 1 Corinthians 10:13: “God will not allow people to be tempted beyond their abilities and will provide a way to escape.” The key is to always have faith and trust in God or your Higher Power, knowing that God did not give us a spirit of fear but instead endowed each of us with power, love, and a sound mind to face any situation that comes our way.
In times of difficulty, I encourage you to be ready by consistently depending on your Higher Power, trusting that He will never leave or forsake you. He will always be by your side, and all you need to do is open your heart to His guidance and protection. This involves maintaining a daily connection through meditation, prayer, and devotion. By doing so, when challenges arise, you will be inwardly prepared to confront them with courage and faith.
Here are some ways in which you can maintain that daily connection:
Meditation: Dedicating time each day to quiet your mind and emotions will bring about inner peace and joy.
Prayer: Seeking wisdom, strength, and the resolve to fulfill God’s purpose for you. Additionally, praying for others is crucial.
Devotion: Trusting in the Supreme Power and understanding that He is always offering you unconditional love. Appreciating all the blessings, including the difficulties, as they contribute to your spiritual growth.
Spiritual Nourishment: Engaging in the practice of receiving, at least, weekly spiritual and inspirational messages that serve as a guiding light to help you focus on divine truth.
Positive Attitude: Having the willingness to focus on positive thoughts, using language that is uplifting and maintaining a mindset geared towards success.
Each one of these ways to maintain a daily connection with the Divine, is a powerful reminder that no matter how turbulent things may seem, calmness eventually follows. It’s like the quiet after a heavy rain, where everything feels renewed and still. It’s comforting to think that no storm, emotional or otherwise, lasts forever.