Opportunity
Everything negative – pressure, challenges – is all an opportunity for me to rise. (Kobe Bryant, late professional athlete)
Like any sportsman, Bryant faced many obstacles in his career and life. Fame and fortune do not protect anyone from life’s challenges. In fact, quite often they are greatly increased because of their public status. Bryant’s attitude is a worthy example to follow. Don’t give up in hard times; determine, instead, to make good use of an opportunity to overcome.
Make the most of every opportunity in these evil days. (Ephesians 5:16)
[W]hen troubles of any kind come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. (James 1:2)