Test of Faith...

Is it only me or do you notice how 2011 is passing by at break neck speed? It's nearly the end of March and soon we'll be welcoming April. It has been a challenging 2011 so far and for some of us...some challenges are beyond our control.

Our hearts goes to the people in the Middle East where people power are up against the people in power. We also feel for the victims in New Zealand and Japan for the devastation brought about by the earthquakes and tsunami.

 I've often reminded myself to focus on the big picture and on things within my circle of influence and not be too concerned about things beyond my control.

However, for some of us the challenges faced can be real and uncertain...and it's difficult not to get emotionally involved. Our solace must be in God as only He knows best. It's a test of our faith. No matter how cruel the world seems to be when everything seems to be going against us, we must continue to have faith in what we cannot see. Faith sees the invisible, believes the incredible and God willing, we will receive the impossible...

When your life and  future are at stake it makes other issues seems petty and trivial. The realisation can be profound for some, you will understand and comprehend why people fight for their rights...why it is so important that people are willing to fight for...be it freedom to live, free from oppression, to practise religion, to overcome tragedies...or merely to survive and exist.

No matter what...We must be strong...We must....for the future ahead is uncertain. Our spirits and hopes must be held high...

Spiritually hoping