Have you ever gone through a time where it seems like the days are dark? Maybe you are currently going through a tough time at work, or you find yourself in an overwhelming season of life.

No matter what season of life you find yourself in, we can all experience days that are dark. You pray, and nothing seems to change, no-one has an answer for you and you are stuck feeling alone and in despair. Sound familiar?

Well, you are not alone. Everyone, no matter who they are, or where they are from, experiences these dark days from time to time. We can’t always control what we have to go through and at times, it’s just plain tough!

So what can you do to get through dark days?

  • Realise that you are not alone: Even though you may feel all alone, the truth is you are not. God promises to be with us.
  • Deuteronomy 31:6 says this: “So be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid and do not panic before them. For the LORD your God will personally go ahead of you. He will neither fail you nor abandon you.” That verse comforts me. God will not fail you nor abandon you, even on your worst day. Call out to God in prayer; He is faithful to come to your rescue.
  • Dark days will come to us all: We were never promised an easy life, free from trouble. It’s not your fault and you are not the only one experiencing tough times. It happens to us all at one point or another. Jesus Himself said in John 16:33: “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” In the midst of dark days, we can find peace through Jesus.
  • Get out there: Get out into the sunshine, go for a walk, phone a friend, meet up with someone for coffee. Anything you can do to keep your perspective healthy will be so good for you. Find a friend you can confide in, that can support you and encourage you. Going for a walk in the sunshine can do wonders to boost your mood. Don’t stay isolated at home, meeting someone for coffee is a great way to get your mind off what you are facing.

And finally, if you are finding yourself living in some dark days, know that they cannot last forever. Just like the seasons change, so do the stages of life we go through. You will make it through and you will see good days again. Hang in there!

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