Wednesday, July 1, 2015

Finding Peace in Difficult Times

Finding myself in a pretty good place in the time being, you might wonder what the title of this blog post is all about. It's a whole lot easier to find peace in life, when the winds of adversity are not blowing right into your face. What I have learned, though, is that life isn't always easy and simple. Sometimes we are thrown curveballs that we don't know how to take on right away. Life gets hard. It can almost seem unbearable at times. Whether the troubles come from finances, family, decisions, or anything else that you could possibly think of, they do come. And they push us to our limits, and stretch our comfort zones to the extreme. With trial and turmoil all around us, can we find peace in hard times? The answer is yes! We can find peace! Though it is easier said than done, peace in difficult times is possible. It starts with faith. Faith in our Father in Heaven, and faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. Know that you are not alone. The Savior has walked the same path you are facing. He knows how to comfort you. He knows the pain you feel. He also knows how to help us in these times. Jesus Christ helps carry our burdens. Of course, he doesn't take the burden away,that would stop us from learning and growing, but what he does do, is he makes it possible. He takes just enough to where he knows we can handle it and triumph over life's hardships. We must also have faith in our Heavenly Father. Have faith that He has a plan for you. Have faith that He knows your strengths, weaknesses, and how much you can handle. Have faith that God is looking out for you and that He loves you. You must understand, complete faith is built trial after trial. To grow your faith you must act. You must push forward, taking one step at a time. Each step in the right direction will grow the light of your faith until it is clear the path that you must follow.
God is real. He is there. And, He is helping mold us into the people He knows that we can become. So, when life gets hard, look to him who knows all. Look to the master of all things to guide your very paths.



If you have a moment, I recommend this video. It's amazing and has a wonderful message.

Mormon Message- Mountains to Climb