“When you stop chasing
the wrong things, you give the right things a chance to catch you.”
– Lolly
Daskal
Write / Life
Coach
“So do not worry about
tomorrow; for tomorrow will take care of itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.”
– Jesus
Christ
Matthew 6:34
/ NASV
We all know
far too well that each and every day brings with it its own set of problems and
challenges. There are times that we
think we should be beyond this. After
all, we are Life Coaches and Christians to boot. We know the things we need to do and have
helped others deal with some of the very issues we face; so why do we have to
go around this mountain again and again?
This is life. That is not an excuse or a surrender to the
difficulties we face, it is just a fact.
Every person on the planet who is taking in air, faces challenges and
problems. Just because we have helped
others does not make us immune to the issues of problems in life. It is always easier to help others than it is
to see the answers to our own issues.
There is however an answer to
this. It will not remove all problems
from your life but it will provide you with the tools to confront, deal with
and have victory over them. Here are
three things that I have found to be the most helpful when facing challenges.
1)
Know There is an Answer
The first step is just accepting
and believing that there is an answer to the problems you face. That means all the problems. You may not see it right off, but if you know
it is there you can remain positive and determined. Your attitude is the most powerful tool you
have. By knowing that every problem has
an answer and that you will never give up till you find that answer you will never
be defeated.
2)
Trust in God
This may seem like a no brainer,
but the fact is most believers do not trust God. If we did there would be no worry or
distress. I do not toss this out as some
simply saying to make you feel guilty.
It is hard to trust - but it is the only way. Remember too that trusting God is taking
action. You will not naturally trust
Him, none of us do. It is a deliberate
act that we must do over and over again.
Do not cloud the issue with guilt and worry. He knows you and even better He knows the
human fallen nature, yet He chose you and He loves you. Nothing surprises Him and He is never at a
loss. God not only can be trusted, He is
worthy of our trust.
3)
Focus on the Good
When we are faced with a problem
we are instantly focused on what we cannot do.
We see our limitations and we panic.
Look at the things you can do.
There is always things we can do even if it is just trusting God and
looking for a solution. Keep your sights
on the positive and stand strong. When
we stop focusing on the problem the answer can catch up with us.
You matter to the world. You are here to make a difference and that
difference is good. Remember the
qualities of a real success-minded person: Be your best. Love God.
Have good manners. Discover the unknown.
Change the world.
John Patrick Hickey is an author, speaker,
and Life Coach. To read more from John Patrick Hickey or to get his books,
training and book him to speak to your church, business or group, visit our
website at http://www.growthcenter.net or www.johnpatrickhickey.com.
© 2014 John
Patrick Hickey
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