I know both how to be abased, and I know how to abound: every where and in all things I am instructed both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer need. — Philippians 4:12

There are many ups and downs in life. Death, disaster, and decay can touch so much of what we love. What can we know for sure? Who can give us peace of mind? Where do we get the strength to live victorious lives in both good and bad times? In the Lord, who strengthens us!

 

Thought

There are many ups and downs in life. Death, disaster, and decay can touch so much of what we love. What can we know for sure? Who can give us peace of mind? Where do we get the strength to live victorious lives in both good and bad times? In the Lord, who strengthens us!

 

Prayer

O LORD God, Father of all creation, I acknowledge that my life and the conditions in which I strive to live it are beyond my capacity to control. I appreciate you for being present to comfort, protect, lead, and enable me to confront each scenario with confidence and assurance. Whenever I am with you, O loving Shepherd, I know I will have everything I need to live victoriously for you until the day I go to share in your glory. In Jesus’ precious name I pray. Amen.