Life 101: Disappointment In Life Is Guaranteed! Webster defines disappointment as "when expectations fail to be met, producing anger, frustration, sadness, and discouragement."
This week I'll address common disappointments and share some ideas to consider:
1. YOU'RE DISAPPOINTED WITH THOSE YOU LOOK UP TO.
(1 Samuel 1-4) Samuel's mother entrusted her son to Eli the Priest, confident he would mentor and prepare him for God's service. But Eli had a serious character flaw. He was a weak, passive, and permissive parent who stood by while his son's abused their priestly privilege, bringing shame and disrepute to God's work. Eli had absolutely NO backbone!
Who would have blamed Samuel for taking a nose dive when the man he looked up to failed? But he didn't! He dealt with his disappointment and kept his eyes on God. The Bible says Samuel "grew and the Lord was with him." He became one of Israel's greatest prophets! A friendly reminder: when you're disappointed by people, keep your focus on God!
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