Having Strength to Keep the Faith

It can be extremely difficult to keep the faith when it seems like so many things continue to try us in our daily lives. Even though nobody ever said life would be smooth sailing all the way, it would be nice to see things fall into place on a more regular basis.

It can be exhausting when we feel our inner strength and determination are being tested for a long period of time. It wears on us emotionally, mentally, and physically. At times we may feel that nothing ever goes right, and we reach the point where we may want to give up. Giving in can seem easier than continuing what seems to be a never-ending battle.

It does not matter if our struggle is physical due to health issues, or mental/emotional from elevated stress in our life. All of these can test the resolve of even the strongest person. Nobody is immune from life’s difficulties, and some of us may have to endure more than others. As unfair as that may seem, it is a fact of life.

None of us can be everything to everybody all of the time. Nor can we continually move forward without a break in the action. Sometimes we need to step back and allow ourselves to breathe in deeply and exhale; find time for a bit of peace and solitude. The world won’t fall apart, and our family will be just fine. 

We need to have faith to get through troubled times, and in order to have faith we must give up control, and blindly believe that what is meant to be will be put in our path by a higher power. Our vision of what we want to happen in our life, may not necessarily be what truly is the best scenario and outcome for our lives. 

There is an old saying which states, “We are never given more than we can carry”. Any of us who have felt like we were ready to collapse from the weight on our shoulders would not necessarily agree with this, but there is some truth to it. We are always stronger than we think.

Sometimes, letting it all out and having a good old fashioned cry can be just the thing we need, or perhaps we need to walk away and isolate for a bit. Do whatever works to restore faith for there will be no peace until we do. Let go and let faith be your guide.



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