Turning To God In Ups And Downs

Caden Hammer

In our Christian walk, we will have high moments and low moments. And learning to persevere through those low moments will get more and more important as we go through life.

I think it’s important to remember that even through difficulties, God is still with us and working in our lives. Roman’s 8:28 says, “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”

When we are unsure of our situation or facing unknowns in life, we know that God already knows, sees what we don’t see, and already has it all figured out.

When we face these low points in life, it’s important to rely on God and his unchanging truths.

Verses like James 1:12, which says, “Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him.”

Also 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, which says, “So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day. For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison, as we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen. For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal.”

So when we are faced with discouragement, we have to lean into our faith, hope, and trust in God. But our ability to have that to fall back on is dependent on us doing the work in the good times, of building our faith and building our trust. If you wait until your low times, it’s too late.

So what are the things that we can do to build our faith and trust in God?
Making sure that you have good habits already is very important. Good Bible study habits, prayer habits, and good disciplines.

Also look for how God answers our prayers or the prayers of others.
‭‭Witnessing how other people cope with their own difficult situations helps us.
Another way is looking back on ways that God has taken care of you in other times in your life.

Through the rest of our lives we will be faced with a lot of ups and downs, and God wants to be there for us and to carry us through. But we have to do our part in seeking him.