Faith during Temporary Setbacks: a Meditation in Gratitude

Ecclesiastes 3:4
A time to weep and a time to laugh, a time to mourn and a time to dance. 

When we encounter setbacks, disappointments and failures in life; they are inevitable. This is the price we pay for our willingness to take risks, and to follow our dreams. We must never lose faith. 

God stands ready to protect us. We must call on HIM in prayer and meditation. Tell Him what is in your heart and ask for help and protection. He will answer - in his own time. 

While we wait for God's plan to unfold, and for his healing to restore us, let us be comforted in the knowledge that HE can overcome any obstacle! 

Our meditation today is in 3 parts:
1) List the dark places, the disappointments, not to labor on them but to let them go. 
2) Go to God and ask for what is in your heart, Ask for protection. 
3) Then finally moments of gratitude. Think of the many ways your are blessed. Sit and listen to God. 

Dear Lord, even when I am afraid, find me the courage to try. Remind me that with you by my side, I have nothing to fear. Today, I will live courageously as I place my faith in you. 

Amen.