One of the favorite tactics of the enemy is to create an illusion which makes you think that the problems you encounter. . .are unique to you. . .that no one else has to face what you face. And they cannot be overcome.

Not true.  Let’s establish three facts.

First, the devil is a defeated foe.

John 12:31 in the Amplified Bible says:

“Now the judgment (crisis) of this world is coming on [sentence is now being passed on this world]. Now the ruler (evil genius, prince) of this world shall be cast out (expelled).”

John 16:11 in the Amplified Bible says:

“About judgment, because the ruler (evil genius, prince) of this world [Satan] is judged and condemned and sentence already is passed upon him.”

Second, the devil is a liar.

John 8:44 in the Amplified Bible says:

If it isn’t obvious that we’re living in the end-times. . .just watch your favorite TV news service or internet news source.

There’s always going to be things happening in this world that make you sad, mad or feeling bad; however, we all know that the Word of God teaches us to filter the troubles of this world as well as the troubles in our own home in light of God’s Word.

Jesus said:

“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.”  John 16:33

Here are seven ways to overcome troubled times.

1.     Don’t RSVP The Pity Party

There’s one party. . .no one ever wants to attend or even be invited to. . .it’s a pity party.