John 16:33 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.
Difficulties and trials we may have, adversities and perplexities may be our lot for a while, but in it and through it all, God watches over us to make certain that the fires of affliction do not consume us, but cleanse, where cleansing is needed.
[Prophets And Kings pp 59] God is fully able to keep us in the world, but we are not to be of the world. His love is not uncertain and fluctuating. Ever He watches over His children with a care that is measureless. But He requires undivided allegiance.
Like Hannah, we should not forsake the assembly of the saints, and we can, and should pray in bitterness of soul when facing seemingly impossible situations. Like Paul we can be calm in tribulation, looking to God as the only One Who can help us when we are feeling down and out, and like the sailors we could, and should eat some food, knowing that worrying over things we cannot change, does not accomplish anything.
We therefore end with a passage of scripture which should help us to navigate down and out feelings, if and whenever they may occur.
Jeremiah 29: 11 For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. 12 Then shall you call upon me, and you shall go and pray unto me, and I will hearken unto you. 13 And you shall seek me, and find me, when you shall search for me with all your heart.
May God add His blessing to the study of His word. “Good night” and God bless!