Ups and Downs

I don't know about any of you, but I have found myself lately dealing with a lot of Ups and Downs in "project quarantine" (am I the only one who feels like a rat trying to struggle through the maze while scientists observe and record my behavior?).  Of course we all have to remember, in this crazy life, ups and downs are what it's all about and so we need something to cling to, something to hold us together when we feel like we won't make it.  In those times that are dark and humbling moments, when we are wandering in the valley, this is where we find Jesus.  I know He is everywhere, but we get to know Him when things are dark and He is our only light.  He will not leave His own and He will come to those who call upon Him.  Call to Him, cling to Him, for He is the only answer to our fear, our mortality, our loneliness, our sickness and the simplest tears shed in moments of frustration and bitterness.  Let us learn this lesson of life, that the world offers us nothing lasting; for if one day you find yourself healthy, comfortable and content, know that in an instant all can be taken from you , all comfort and security in this present mortal body is as fleeting as the wind, but there is a hope in it all, an eternal flame of promise and healing.  There is a Savior who, if you would seek Him and allow Him in, accept His free gift of grace, He will re-define your eternal tomorrow.  Though today bleeds dry all that you may have wanted, it is but a fraction of a thing compared with the promise of an eternal and beautiful home with a creator who defines truly what it is to love. So embrace a new eternity, a future without fear or tears, or sickness or uncertainty and fall into the arms of Christ Jesus!
He is so amazing and I really do love Him more as I get to know Him!  I am so thankful that He is unfathomable and eternity with Him will erase all the disappointment we sometimes face in this life.  Hold on to this Hope of His and remember......a perfect eternity awaits where not even stretch marks will be remembered!!!