I choose not to be a realist. :/
I choose to be an optimist. :D
During what we call "bad days," we lose sight of God. We allow ourselves to only see the pain, the hurt, the anguish, the confusion, the discomfort, the feelings that aren't from God ("For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self‑discipline" (2 Tim. 1:7)). Therefore, if we take the good days from God, why not also the bad days (Job 2:10)? The Bible says, "Be joyful always, pray continually, gives thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ" (1 Thess. 5:16-18). It says, "gives thanks in ALL circumstances." God did not limit our thanks to the "good days." He says, ALL circumstances. So whenever you feel pain, hurt, anguish, confusion, discomfort, etc., gives thanks to God! Be optimistic. Change your outlook from seeing those ill feelings to seeing God's glory, God's faithfulness, God's grace, God's love... "For Great is his love toward us, and the faithfulness of the Lord endures forever" (Psalm 117:2). He is faithful. There is absolutely nothing that He cannot handle. Our God is greater; our God is higher; our God is higher than any other (Psalm 77:13). Whatever it is that is holding you back from His love and faithfulness, give it to Him. There is freedom in knowing that He is holding us. His arms are wrapped around us.
Remember, in ALL circumstances, give thanks! And smile knowing He is love. :]
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