Surely God is my salvation;
I will trust and not be afraid!
Isaiah 12:2

I am afraid to say that more often emotions are leading us than a strong faith. When things go wrong it is for some as if a world has collapsed  and great is the despair. But when everything goes well then we often feel so strong that we could tear out trees. True faith, however, is steadfast, does not know fluctuations.
Indeed, it often depends on our mental state, whether we can stand failures or not. A man of faith, however, immediately goes into prayers the worse the situation gets. There he finds Jesus who knows his distress and consoles, lift him up again so that he has the courage to keep on going.
It is the relationship with the Lord which makes the difference. An emotional man easily desponds. Without God there is no hope. But our Lord is always with us. Jesus is at our side. He shares our problems, never forsakes nor forgets us. Therefore we immediately run to Him in times of need, tell Him everything and ask for His advice, trust Him, receive comfort and encouragement.
Yes, prayer is a miracle weapon against cloudy thoughts and discouragement, against resignation and abandonment. When we look at the winner who had overcome everything and not at the problem then all despondency disappears and a way is shown to us where there seemed to be no way. God`s ways are not always ours. I may be certain that He always is in control. He has the last word!  But, I must admit, sometimes it is hard for me to say goodbye to my wishes and to say instead: Your will be done!
There are unfortunately so many who are guided by their feelings. God only is the unshakable rock. He does not listen to our quenching.  We cannot bargain with Him.
He is our Counselor! I will seek Him always in every situation at work or elswhere firmly relying on His response. He had promised that and He will keep His word.

Thank You, Jesus, You are my Lord and Shepherd! Truly, sometimes I despair when things go wrong. But You always lift me up, comfort me, give me words of encouragement. Yes, with You I always will try it again, will trust You also in difficult situations. You are the Lord, who has a solution for every situation – thank You!