By: Saar Genevive D. Udasco

Have you ever wondered how life can be easy? How life can be hard also? Well, I’ve been through these stages of life. I usually thought of my life as a hard one. I wasn’t even thinking of other aspects or find ways that would make my life easier than anyone else. But sadly, I am just like anyone else… I usually end up getting pessimistic.

People today are actually more exposed to negative influences in life; the ability to stay positive is critical not knowing that there’s an answer to solve these so-called “unending” hardships in our lives.

The solution is to have faith in God. That’s it. Simple as that. Before I never really believed that God is the answer to my problems, but when I started believing in His powers, my life started to change. I didn’t believe it could really change by just putting your trust on God. Believing in Him solved my problems. Sometimes, I can’t explain these events and just think of them as God’s grace.

There were instances that God answered my prayers when I had this very big problem in school. I was almost depressed. Still, I realized that things are easier if you’re going to ask God’s grace. So I prayed to God. After a week or two, my problem was solved, and I never forget to thank God with what he has blessed me, and asked for His forgiveness of all my wrongdoings. I believe that if you walk and abide by Him, then you will surely be on the right path.

One tip that I can offer is that you must always remember that you must fight in circumstances that you must face in. In every battle, you would always have an opportunity for a victory. And also, stay humble. Be humble and do things that would please Him. Surely, you’ll be surprised how He can do things in an easy way and turn your life around in a positive light.