Life can be a challenge

So many times in life, we are up and down.  Its not uncommon to hear your friend(s) tell you of challenges in life.  If life where easy, we all would be happy all the time.  Truth is, life has challenges everyday that we experience, some greater than others.  I was once asked, why does God allow these things in my life??  My reply...................

It is apart of our existence here on earth to experience challenges.  It helps define who we are, helps us grow, and allows our relationship with others to grow.  It also causes us to have an influence on others, be it comforting, leader, or just being a listener.  Challenges only allow us to see the light at the end of the tunnel and to look back and say; "I got through that, it really wasn't that bad".  If life where suppose to be easy, we would have great stories to share, love to share, and friends to celebrate getting through something difficult.

So the next time you face such a great challenge, face it head on.  Know that God is in everything and he will get you through it.  Pray about it, talk with family and/or friends about it and most important, do not loose your faith in yourself or God.  Because there is nothing in life that is too great of a challenge.

Pastor Shawn

Shawn Parcells Ministries

Philippians 4:6 

Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.