This past week was a challenging week for me.  It seemed as though I couldn't get anything right.  I was frustrated, angry, exhausted, and felt helpless at times.  Looking back I realized that the challenges I was facing weren't the real challenges.  I know every day will have its challenges and troubles.  The real challenge was because I forgot about the battle you and I are facing.  The enemy is always trying to use every worldly challenge to steal, kill and destroy your joy and your life. This was my week. And, he almost won. But he didn't.  He won't claim victory over you either if you can remember this.  The problem isn't your wife, kids, parents, friends, or your job, income, retirement or investments.   The enemy is just trying to trick you into believing they are the problem. The problem is your focus.  Fix your eyes on Jesus.  This may not make it easier right away but it will make it better.  And you will find victory in Him!