“In the last place, there
are detours of disappointment. No one in life is free form this
detour. We are disappointed in others. We are disappointed in
the failure of our plans. We are disappointed in ourselves.
There must be a constant battle against this foe, or we will
find ourselves growing bitter and cynical. In the face of
disappointment, we must smile, keep sweet, and trust God. My
life is not all I would have it to be. I am oftentimes
disappointed regarding circumstances and people, but in it all,
I am keenly aware of God's love and grace. Even disappointment
has a redeeming feature, for when I am disappointed in myself
and in others, I lean more heavily upon God, for our God is One
who never fails or disappoints His children. And now in full
faith let us repeat together: 'And we know that all things work
together for good to them that love God, to them who are the
called according to His purpose.' ”
SOURCE: Dr. Lee Roberson (1909-2007), from the
awesome sermon,
THE DETOURS OF LIFE.
