Dear Young Christian:
Every phase of life and every area of the world has its unique problems and difficulties. When I was a young person, I thought if I could only be further along in life things would be so much easier. But I have found out that life doesn’t get easier as we get older. In fact in some respects it only gets more difficult and complicated.
I also used to think, if I only lived somewhere else I wouldn’t have all these circumstances to deal with. But having traveled and visited Christians in different parts of the world I realize there are problems and trials no matter where we live. That’s why it is important to be satisfied and content with whatever our lot is. No matter where we are in life, or where the Lord has placed us, He has a purpose and plan, and if we submit to His will, He will preserve us and use us in blessing to others. The Apostle Paul said, “I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content” (Philippians 4:11), and also, “Godliness with contentment is great gain” (1 Timothy 6:6).
Your Christian Friend,
Jim Hyland
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