(Phil 4:11-12 NKJV) Not that I speak in regard to need, for I have learned in whatever state I am, to be content: {12} I know how to be abased, and I know how to abound. Everywhere and in all things I have learned both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer need.
One thing we have learned over the years is to be thankful, no matter what season of life we’re in.
The biggest lesson we’ve learned is that when we are in times of need, not to complain. God has taught us to be thankful and content even when things are tough.
If tough times and trials come our way, which they will, the worst thing any of us can do is to complain and whine. Falling into the trap of negativity only keeps us where we’re at for longer than we need to be.
If we’re thankful for what we do have and learn to make the best of it, we’ll be able to move on that much more quickly.
In everything that we go through, there is always something for us to learn, so the sooner we learn it, the better off we’ll be.
So express your gratitude to God for what you have and look forward to what He will do for you next and you’ll see a huge change in how you feel and how your life goes for you.
Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie
Seven Seas Ministries
401-377-5400
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