It is times like these that make me wonder about my life. It can be said that life in general consists of circumstances; instances that move you in different directions causing you to react to situations that arise as they come, and thus your life is the process and/or the outcome of these circumstances. Attitude can come into play as well, giving some form of meaning and purpose to your reactions to the situations that occur.
So many times we see people in the most lowly of circumstances still remain mentally and emotionally intact. At the opposite end of the equation there are people with all the means in the world at their disposal, but who can not even hold it together on the inside. Obviously, happiness does not belong solely to the "successful".
I am in no way at either extreme, but life still affects me with its unpredictability.
At ever turn, there is a lion, tiger, or bear waiting to devour us. We are fools to believe that we can find a road devoid of such stern opposition. No amount of planning, preparation, or even prayer can keep our way completely clear of obstacles. Along this pathway of predators, eventually a Goliath comes out to do battle with us. The taunts, impressive size, and overwhelming presence of our Goliath are construed to paralyze us.
I believe life, as the creator meant it to be, is lived in these moments. Any man can be strong when the path is clear and laid with even brick, but real character comes IN the trials. When the Lion roars, no fear is in his heart. When the Tiger prowls, hope is in abundance in his mind. When the Bear closes in, his feet stand firm. And when the Goliath steps forward, he is swift to meet him with strength that comes from God.
Let us not fool ourselves. Nothing can be said for certain about the future. So take heart in knowing that Christ has overcame, and set your eyes on Him, and let your attitude reflect the hope of glory we have for the day of redemption.
