'Discouragement is a powerful, destructive force...we must recognize its harmful nature.
Understand that discouragement >>
- Is something we choose. Nobody else can make us discouraged.
- Is universal. Everybody will face periods of disappointment and discouragement from time to time.
- Can recur. Sometimes we think we've settled an issue, which later resurfaces when we least expect it.
- Can be temporary - or it can destroy our life. The choice is ours.
- Is conquerable. With the Lord's help, we can choose not to be discouraged. If we don't believe discouragement can be conquered, then we're actually saying that God doesn't want His children to have a rich and fulfilled life.
Are you stuck in the throes of discouragement? If so, it will simply be impossible to experience the peace and inner joy that God wants for His children. Let Him help you out of that lowly state: start by believing that the Father wants to lift you up and get your life back on track with Him.'
Winners recognize and guard against the harmful nature of discouragement.
