*Tough times don't last only tough people last !*

3rd September, 2020.

*Key verse:* This know also, that in last days perilous times shall come. 2 Timothy 3:1

*Introduction* :

One of the most difficult thing in life is to accurately predict the future. The future can be blur at times, uncertain and even dreadful. However in all cases there is nothing new under the sun. Success in life is attainable just as failure can also be noticeable. It's all about choice. In this article, we shall look at the simple ways to remain on top of our game. Today it's obvious that so many things are changing, for instance the ordinary man's right is being violated, our courts are out of control, Churches are being avoided, our Government politicise everything, the schools are out of control, neighbourhoods can't help either, what of when it seems as though even your business at times is living on the ragged edge? What do you do next? Let me give you four statements from the Scriptures that would be of help.

1. " *But Continue thou in the things which thou hast learned" 2 Timothy 3:14* :

Follow the model of the faithful. What does it mean to follow the faithful? It means we watch their lives. It means we learn from their example. It means we listen to their instruction. We emulate their virtues. We admire their character. We remember what they endured. There’s something wonderful about having mentors and faithful heroes in the annals of history.

Don’t believe that because our times are hard there aren’t people worth following and models worth emulating. There’s something inspiring about someone going ahead of us—someone who walked the walk and lived the life. There are those who have faithfully lived before you and made it, and you can too. Follow the model of the faithful.

2. *"All Scriptures is giving by inspiration of God..." 2 Timothy 3:16*

Stay with the truth of the Bible. If you stay with the truth of the Bible, you’ll never go wrong. It will never discourage you. It will never lead you astray. All Scripture is inspired by God, profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness.

In a world where everything has turned gray and become a blur, the Scriptures still mark the lines between right and wrong, between good and evil, between blessed and cursed. Stay with the teachings of the Scriptures.

3. *Learn new skills. Psalms 25:5*
Guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are God my Savior, and my hope is in you all day long.

Every day present opportunity for fresh beginning, fresh inspiration, new commitment and most importantly to learn new things. Learning keeps you active and inspired. And there are many new things to learn ranging from knowing how God communicate with us concerning our business, new business ideas, strategy of marketing and even how to empathise with others can be so valuable and can make you better in tough times like this.

Learn step by step, Keep it very simple, so simple will make it interesting. perilous times discourage leaning, people become confused, It’s easy to forget what we are used to, because some of the things we are used to may become obsolete and inapplicable but simple learning of new things and how we can use them to improve our lives, and most importantly continuous declaration of whom we are can motivate you greatly.

4. *Teach others what is Good. 1 Peter 3:8*
Finally, be ye all of one mind, having compassion one of another, love as brethren, be pitiful, be courteous.

Maintain an exemplary life. People can argue with your philosophy, deny your theology, and sidetrack you with arguments, but there’s one thing they can never deny: an exemplary life. There is something about a life lived for the glory of God on a campus that people cannot and will not overlook. There is something about an exemplary life lived in the office that people cannot and will not overlook. Even though people today will not endure sound doctrine, be sober, endure hardship, do the work of an evangelist, fill to the full your ministry. Maintain an exemplary life.

Perilous times have come. It’s up to you to obey the marching orders and show Christ’s love to others. Follow the model of the faithful. Stay with the truth of the Bible. Proclaim the message of Christ. Maintain a bible standard that gives great rewards.
These, and many other positive attitudes will keep you focused and alert each day as we await a new dawn.


I believe you have benefited from this article, my prayer for you is that no situation will overwhelm you, and remember that nothing last forever, tough time shall also pass away, but before then, you must have learnt something valuable, that you can pass on to others. I pray again that may your generation and the generation unborn feel your impact! May you continue to be relevant to others. Amen.

For Further readings: Consult Swindoll, “Practical Advice for Perilous Times,” Insights (July 1999): 1. Copyright © 1999 by Charles R. Swindoll.

You are lifted!