We’ve only had 31 days in the new year so far, and I’m exhausted. Based on what has happened in January – California wildfires, Presidential inauguration and cabinet confirmation hearings coverage with two-sided opinions continuing to divide us on social media, significant once-in-a-generation snowfall in the southern United States, tragic airline/helicopter crash in DC followed soon after by the heartbreaking loss of a medical flight in Philadelphia with widespread fires in the surrounding area – I’m afraid to turn on news programs. Do I dare welcome February?

I doubt that I’m the only one feeling this way. So what do we do when each day brings difficult news or personal struggles? I can only speak for myself, but I get up and continue to trust that God is allowing troubling events and situations for a purpose. I don’t have to understand to trust Him. That’s where faith comes in to strengthen my resolve and help to cast out doubts. I don’t know how well I’d cope without this faith that leads to trust. I am reminded of the Bible verse in Hebrews 12:6 – “But without faith it is impossible to please God: for he that comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.” Since I do seek Him and try to live my life in the way He tells me to in the Bible, I must trust Him and know that He is in control of all things.

So February, I do welcome you, with all the uncertainties that accompany a new month because I trust in the One that has given me today. He will provide what I need to make it through another day, week, and month. I hope this encourages you to trust as well, because we overcome difficult times in life through Him.

God bless – Sue