ADVERSITY

When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you.'" Isaiah 43:1-2

Adversity can be simply defined as “DIFFICULTIES”.  No question adversity and setbacks will come in life. How we handle them makes all the difference between success and failure. When obstacles or unexpected circumstances happen, we must be equipped with perseverance to solve each problem. Being determined to find a way over, under, around or through the obstacle requires perseverance!

“We don’t find meaning in our lives from the lack of challenges or even misery. We find meaning in our lives by how we face these challenges.” -- Dr. Laura Schlessinger

How do we deal with adversity?  First, we must look at who is involved (or not) in helping us overcome our problems.  We certainly need family, friends, crewmates, Doctors, etc.  But, think about this…people trying to exist without Jesus Christ in their lives are missing the most practical and valuable asset available. God’s help and backing can produce physical, mental, financial and spiritual results.

If God is involved in our lives, situations, opportunities and even trials will have deeper and more purposeful meaning. God places our spiritual growth ahead of our physical comfort and success. Overcoming adversity can produce the character God wants.

How have you done handling and overcoming adversity this season?  The situation could have been a missed call, a no call, crew dynamics, health problems, and various other personal issues that impact our officiating.  Think back over the season and list your adversity and note how it has or is being handled.