Once there was a man who was carrying firewood and on his way to the market to sell it. While on the woods, his slippers had torn apart. He mumbled but continued on his journey barefooted.
Then he stumbled to the ground as he slipped on the twig on his path. He cursed and shouted - God, you are unfair! Why I who am loyal to you but was poor and still striving to find firewood and barefoot in the mud just to have my own food to eat while others that are rich and can have all the things that they wanted?
Suddenly, he heard a voice..."You are blessed, you are rewarding for your everyday struggles as compensation and opportunities are not given before the long journey. One who didn't experienced difficulties are cripple, as they are not molded to hardships and trials that strengthens their own self. My child, embrace your struggles..."
Why do we sometimes struggle on everything? Is there any way or option that we need to avoid it? Well, I guess not. We do sometimes need to struggle on some things, since obstacles strengthens and molds us becoming who we are right now.
When I am studying college, I had experienced some hard time accomplishing my financial expenses on all the required projects as well as during enrollment. But I didn't lose hope and tried to find some ways to fill all the necessary expenses. I served as guitarist and sometimes as altar server on our priest during summer in order to earn money for the enrollment. I've also applied as a utility personnel and part-time clerk on our municipal courthouse after my OJT for my daily expenses in school. Luckily, I finished my bachelor's degree on my own effort and exertion. What I am right now is a product of struggles and hardships.
Life is full of struggles and strife. But remember that obstacles and difficulties develop strength and greatness.
If you are having difficulties right now... just have faith in GOD and in your own capabilities - trust me, you can overcome it!
