About times of disappointment…
Hebrews 11:13 All these people were still living by faith when they died. They did not
receive the things promised; they only saw them and welcomed them from a distance. (NIV)
Disappointment comes to every person. The more you aspire to do things of high
importance, the greater risk you face in being disappointed. Suffering disappointment is
normal. However, how we handle disappointment is often a major test of faith. Some people
blame God for arranging life in ways that go against them. Others blame fate for bringing
disappointing circumstances. When disappointment comes to you, you then have an
opportunity to praise God and pray for God's hand to be upon you. In any disappointment,
God can fill your heart with inspiration. In disappointment, we cannot truly hold the love
of God in our heart and stay disappointed very long. God's spirit in your heart helps you
see past the disappointment. When you encounter a setback, God is always ready to help
you, guide you, and supply you with all you need to deal effectively with times of
heartache. Earthly plans can fall apart. Hope grounded in things of this earth can
evaporate in an instant. However, the essence of hope is Christ. In Christ, we always have
a permanent hope that transcends every heartache in this life. When you receive bad news,
Christ stands beside you and tells you there is always a new day, a new way, and a new
hope. You may have times when what you think you want is what you think God wants.
However, what you should want is only to do God's will.
