March 20, 2019 - Stephanie

My friend, Stephanie McCausland Cole, recently shared some thoughts from the book, “It’s Not Supposed To Be This Way” and I can’t get them off my mind. Wanted to share them here. Thank you, Stephanie!!

There are so many friends going through a lot of things - this is great help for any of us as we navigate through life! If you’re struggling, this could be helpful!

How to deal with tough situations

Isaiah 41:10 

Jeremiah 29:11

Phil 4:12-13

1 Peter 6:1-9

Galatians 6:9

1. Acknowledge the pain

2. God has the big picture and He’s in control 

3. Be content - rest in Him 

4. Practice Joy - give thanks 

5. Pray - ask what God is doing and is trying to teach us 

6. Serve 

7. Journal - helps put things into perspective. Hindsight is better than we realize and a lot of times, looking back can be so helpful. 

8. Ask others for help. Don’t isolate yourself.