Ups And Downs

Some days I feel great; other days I feel terrible. Is that normal? What should I do?

God’s Response

Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again—rejoice! Let everyone see that you are considerate in all you do. Philippians 4:4-5

I have learned how to be content with whatever I have. I know how to live on almost nothing or with everything. I have learned the secret of living in every situation, whether it is with a full stomach or empty, with plenty or little. Philippians 4:11-12

We are emotional beings because God created us with feelings. It is not unusual or abnormal to experience emotional and spiritual highs and lows in short periods of time. However, the joy and contentment to which these verses refer run much deeper than the emotions of the moment. This kind of joy is like a strong current that runs deep beneath the stormy surface of your feelings.

This Is Promising

The Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: . . . joy. Galatians 5:22