Things aren't always as bad as they seem

Sometimes we think God had forgotton us when things don't turn out as we think they should. If you have faith, you just need to trust that every outcome is always to your advantage. You might not know it till some time later.

Should you find it hard to get to sleep tonight, just remember the homeless family who has no bed to lie in.

Should you find yourself stuck in traffic, don't dispair. There are people in this world for whon driving is an unheard of privilege.

Should you have a bad day at work, think of the man who has been out of work for the last three months.

Should you despair over a relationship gone badly, think of the person who has never known what it's like to love and be loved in return.

Should the car break sown, leaving you miles away from assistance, think of the paraplegic who would love the opportunity to take that walk.

Should you notice a new grey hair in the mirror, think of the cancer patient in chemo who wishes she had hair to examine. Should you find yourself at a loss and pondering, "What is life all about, what is my purpose?", be thankful. There are those that didn't live long enough to get that opportunity.

Shuld you find yourself the victim of other people's bitterness, ignorance, smallness or insecurities, remember that things could be worse. You could be them.

Should you stop and realise that things aren't always as bad as they seem, then you can begin with a renewed spirit to help yourself as well as those who are less fortunate.

I found this photocopied on one of my husband's files. I thought it was worth posting.