Circumstances

ARE YOU UNDER OR ABOVE YOUR CIRCUMSTANCES?

A friend of mine once met a lady who was severely depressed by a series of disheartening events. When asked how she was weathering the storm of adversity, she answered, “Quite well, under the circumstances.” “Sister,” he replied kindly yet firmly, “you’ll never make it that way. Get ABOVE the circumstances—that’s where Jesus waits to help and strengthen you.” She took his wise admonition as a word from heaven, and laying aside her sadness and self-pity, she began to praise the Lord. New confidence in God’s love and kindness was generated in her soul, and she soon gained the victory of faith.[1]

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[1]Tan, P. L. (1996, c1979). Encyclopedia of 7700 illustrations : A treasury of illustrations, anecdotes, facts and quotations for pastors, teachers and Christian workers. Garland TX: Bible Communications.