The common experience of all human beings is that life on earth is filled with peaks and valleys.
We can easily become confused and discouraged in the valleys of life. And, in the midst of our confusion and discouragement we are more vulnerable to our own sinful impulses and to the snares of the devil. What can we do in such times? When the clouds of life cast a gray shadow over us, it is especially important to remind ourselves that what we are experiencing is a normal part of life in a fallen world and that in due course the sun will shine again. With this reminder of reality, we can then seek God’s grace to help us in our time of need and also share our burdens with our brothers and sisters. As we do so we shall find help to faithfully persevere until better times return. C.S. Lewis Institute
Principles Never Fail 