Making the Most of Life Today - COPING WITH POOR HEALTH

The Bible's advice: "A joyful heart is good medicine." - PROVERBS 17:22.

Like "good medicine," joy can  help us cope with poor health. But how can we find joy when we suffer poor  health?

Be appreciative. If we dwell on our afflictions, "all the days" will appear bad. (Proverbs 15:15) Instead, "show  yourselves thankful," says the Bible. (Colossians 3:15)Learn to appreciate the good things in life, however small. A beautiful sunset,  a gentle breeze, the smile of a loved one-these things can enrich our life. 

Do things for others. Even if our health is not good,  "there is more happiness in giving than there is in receiving." (Acts 20:35) When others appreciate our efforts, we feel a warm glow of satisfaction, and this takes our mind off our problems. We can make our life better by helping others  to make their life better.

Next time: Making the Most of Life Today - STRENGTHENING MARRIAGE

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