A man struggling with terminal cancer once told me, “I try not to stand too long on the mountain, and I don’t sit too long in the valley. I live one day at a time and try to keep my attitude somewhere near the middle.”

In a situation that was totally out of his control, this man trusted God for one day at a time. And I’ll tell ya, he experienced a deep sense of peace, even in his darkest days!

Perhaps you’re in a situation where things are dark, as well. It may not be cancer, but the anger, disrespect and tension at home has worn you down.

My hope is that this quick word from a cancer patient, will be a reminder to you. Today, live just one day at a time. Stay near the middle. And know that in the midst of the chaos at home, God is still in control.

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