Life can be hard; a cliched statement that does carry some weight to it. Author Dr. Brodie Johnson can attest to this truth personally and through the years observing his friends, family, associates, and members of his congregation enduring their own trials. The years spent witnessing people dealing with challenges led Dr. Johnson to consider writing a daily devotional to help people with charting through their miseries, which brought forth this book, Messages for Your Miseries. Within its pages of Messages for Your Miseries are words of wisdom to inspire hope to downtrodden people and remind them that God is there every step of the way. Coupled with appropriate Scripture references, each message reminds readers that though struggles are common in life, God has and always will overcome them. Readers will find a variety of situations discussed in each devotional, from dealing with disappointment to having patience to acknowledging and glorifying God in trials. The messages are concise and stay focused on the topic to give readers broad advice for whatever they might be going through. What Dr. Johnson wants to remind readers most in his messages is that society is not one to partner with, for it and people can and will lead you wrong when under the command of Satan. When you are in right standing with God, you will always feel led by Him to blessings you never thought were possible and inspiration to get through the tough times in life. The hope is that when we face the trials of this life, before we enter our eternal homes in heaven, we will be able to become Romans 5:3-5, rejoicing even in the midst of suffering. Sure, life is hard, but not impossible with God on your side!
