“I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances.” — Philippians 4:11 NIV

Life is a series of ups and downs, good times and bad times, successes and losses. It’s easy to be in the center of success when we’re celebrating and life is good. However, it’s not so easy coping with losses and difficulties, so how do you deal with those down times? The answer is not to run from it or hide from it or pretend that when we wake up the nightmare will pass.

Surviving bad circumstances starts with reminding yourself that nothing lasts forever. As the old adage goes, This too shall pass. Contentment in both up and down times is possible when you realize God is present and willing to go with you through the difficulties and the suffering.

This week, be content whatever you face and seek God’s help through it.