This Too Shall Pass

This Too Shall Pass

I came across this saying, “This too shall pass. It may pass like a kidney
stone, but it will pass.”  That’s how life can be at times.

Pain or sadness can come upon us swiftly and unexpectedly, altering
everything in an instant. Well-meaning individuals try to comfort us with
words like,
“You’re going to get through this.” Some will even add, “You’re strong. You
can handle this.” You hope you can get through it, and you pray you are
strong.
However, it is more difficult than you could have imagined.

You were diagnosed with a frightening disease, and your doctor assures you
that “It is not fatal, but the treatment and recovery will be difficult.” He
is right. You do get through it, but it was not easy or pleasant.

You are struggling mentally and emotionally, and some days, you feel like
you are losing your mind. Your therapist reminds you that you didn’t arrive
here
overnight and you won’t get through it overnight. He is right. You see
improvement, but it’s a slow and grueling journey.

You and your spouse are going through a rocky patch - experiencing sleepless
nights, intense emotional conversations, and long silences. Neither of you
can believe the words you are saying or hearing. After one tough
“discussion,” you look at each other and agree, “We are going to get through
this, no
matter how hard it is.”

Your job is tough. You drag yourself there, spend the day in misery, and
dread returning tomorrow. Your supervisor notices the change and points out
the
good work you’re doing, telling you, “Just don’t give up. I’d hate to lose
you.” You agree to persist, but you realize it’s not going to be easy.

When we go through times like this, we do well to remember: “I consider that
our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be
revealed.” (Romans 8:18)

Max Lucado’s words were helpful to me several years ago when I was going
through a difficult time that eventually passed - "
like a kidney stone"...

You’ll get through this.
It won’t be painless.
It won’t be quick.
But God will use this mess for good.
Don’t be foolish or naive.
But don’t despair either.
With God’s help, you’ll get through this.

Tom Norvelle
www.anorvellnote.net