How do you handle disappointment? Problems in our love life, a health challenge, the loss of a job, the death of a loved one, or an unexpected disaster can disrupt our dreams.
Some people try to deal with disappointments through alcohol or drugs. Although this may seem to temporarily lessen the anguish, the relief is short-lived and may lead to greater problems.
Others respond to the let downs of life with resentment and self-pity. These attitudes serve only to make one miserable and unpleasant to be around.
There is a better way to deal with disappointment. That is, to use it for good—through God’s help. So often we can look back at disappointment and say as did Joseph to his brothers, “You meant it for evil, but God meant it for good.” Often, an apparent loss points the way to something much more wonderful than ever dreamed of.
You can triumph over disappointment. Dedicate all that you have and all that you are to God. In spite of what has happened in your outer world, know that “all things work together for good to those who love God.” As you respond in this way to God’s purposes, paths of peace and victory will open to you.