We all go through hard times. Every single one of us. We all have a day every now and then when we struggle. We have a day when we just can’t seem to get ahead.
And sometimes the hard times last longer than a day–maybe a week or month and some struggle for even longer. It would be nice to be able to say that the road is always sunny and bright.
But that’s just not the case. Sometimes our road is not easy. It is downright hard. And at the time you are traveling your road, you may feel it is impossible.
The road I have traveled has not always been an easy one and the path was often full of stones, but I am still here. I know the only reason I was able to make it this far, is that God was walking the road with me, every step of the way. Amen.
I would not be here without God. He deserves all the praise. He has truly walked every step of my road with me. He’s not only walked with me, He has picked me up each time I’ve fallen.
When I was younger, I didn’t rely on God as much as I do now. And many times, while I was actually going through the hard times, I didn’t realize how God protected me.
But, I can look back now, and see how God kept me safe, how He guided me away from situations that would cause me harm. I may not have realized it at the time, but He was there every step of the way.
Sometimes I hear someone say, “My journey has been harder than most”. I don’t usually respond to those type comments, but no one really knows how hard or difficult another person has it.
Most people don’t show everything that is going on in their lives. I know I don’t. And one person cannot judge another person’s journey. It’s impossible.
I can guarantee you that if you knew everything about a person’s journey, you’d wonder how they ever made it through. Always remember that, just like with us, it was because God was with them.
I thank God I am still here. Still here traveling this road every single day. With God’s help, I get up each time I fall. With God’s help, I learn from my mistakes and with God’s help, I keep moving forward.
Sending you blessings of love, prayer, and gratitude from Sterrett, Alabama!
Charity M. Richey-Bentley
Janet English says
This is very true nice little story
Charity M. Richey-Bentley says
Thank you for being here with us.
God bless you.
Charity
Randall Grenninger Sr says
Thank you so much this message, helps me and others
Charity M. Richey-Bentley says
Thank you so much for being here.
God bless you.
Charity
Regina says
What a wonderful LOVE OF GOD the strength He gives the courages,knowledge, but the best of all is how to be Love and you know the rest
Charity M. Richey-Bentley says
Thank you so much for being here with us.
God bless and keep you.
Charity
Beverly Betz says
Good morning to both of you!
We in the frozen north so appreciate your continued writings. Your faith journey and love of life is a contagious spirit. Please keep up your support for all of us. I am always so surprised/happy when I learn someone else I know is following your teachings/writings. Thank you!
Charity M. Richey-Bentley says
It is so wonderful to hear from you! We pray for you everyday and will continue to do so.
We love you!
Charity
Sean Sirnic says
This is so absolutely true. And God has been with me and still is today.
Charity M. Richey-Bentley says
Yes. God is always with you.
Charity
Regina Peterson says
I loI love this, articile. So vrve this! So very true.
Pat says
I love this article it is so very true. But i put God first in my life because he is awesome and he keeps giving me other beautiful Day so thank u God for everything u do for me and my family and friends and everyone else 🙏 AMEN!
Charity M. Richey-Bentley says
Thank you for your comments.
Charity