You’ve been given the amazing ability by the almighty God to triumph over the most adverse situations. But unfortunately, many have a tendency to dwell on the negative aspect in the obstacles of life.

The truth is, obstacles will always be present. But I want to encourage you to look for the silver lining in every adversity that you face.

Silver lining is simply defined as the consoling aspect in a difficult situation. And when you look for the silver lining, you’re choosing to let go of those negative defeating thoughts that tend to bring you down.

I heard an interesting fact about the eagle. Whenever it storms, they simply rise above the storm cloud and soar where the sun is shining.

My friends, just like the eagle, you should aspire to rise above the storms in your life. Look for the sun or the “silver lining” in your storm. You see, when you’re under the cloud, things look dark and cloudy. But if you’ll just rise above the storm cloud, you’ll discover that things aren’t as bad as they seem.

When you meditate on the good things in life and stay focused on them, there’s no room for negative defeating thoughts to enter your mind. I love how Philippians 4:8 puts it. It tells us, “whatever things are true, noble, just, pure, lovely; whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue, if it’s worthy of praise– think on these things.”

If something happens that throws you off course, look for the silver lining. If you get a bad report, look for the silver lining. If things don’t looking promising, look for the positive aspect.

My friends there is hope for you yet. If you’ll make a decision to focus on the positive aspect, God will show you a positive effect. Look for the silver lining in every adversity as you charge forth on your journey of life!

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