Circumstances
Even though you’re not always in control of your circumstances, you are the one in control of your attitude. Nobody else is. (J. T. Olson, founder of BothHands ministry)
It has been said that there are only two things in life we can control, and neither of them is circumstances. They are often so difficult and unyielding that we want to wish them away. Since we can’t, we need to recognize Olson’s truth. We must control our attitudes so we can respond positively to tough situations.
Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you (1 Thessalonians 5:18).
I take pleasure in my weaknesses, and in the insults, hardships, persecutions, and troubles that I suffer for Christ. For when I am weak, then I am strong (2 Corinthians 12:10).