Trust God

 Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. What you have learned and received and heard and seen in me—practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you. (Philippians 4:8–9)

 We all face tests, trials, and difficulties, which sometimes cause us to focus on our suffering, worries, fears, and the sadness of the struggle.
Celebration is recognizing that every life has seasons of difficulty, but also of joy and happiness. It’s important for our faith that we rejoice and celebrate God’s goodness to us and to others, no matter what season we are in.

 Choosing to dwell on things that are excellent and good, worthy of praise, is an act of the will which requires conscious effort—in short, it is a discipline.

 Choosing to trust God and not worry, to believe He will care for you and to act accordingly, also requires an act of the will.

 This discipline means making the effort to choose a way of thinking and living that is in alignment with God’s Word and which ultimately results in joy. —P. Amsterdam [1]

 Courage is not having the strength to go on; it is going on when you don’t have the strength. —Theodore Roosevelt (1858–1919)

[1] P. Amsterdam Anchor Celebration