Keep On Keeping On
Many times we feel like we are drowning in a sea of responsibility. The storms of life hit. We have too much to do with too little time or energy to do it. Yet, we keep on keeping on.
Storms at sea can arise quickly and cause much trouble.
- Clouds roll in.
- Thunder and lightning threaten danger ahead.
- Rain pounds, and waves toss our boats.
Yet, we have no escape, so we batten down the hatches and keep going.
If we keep on keeping on, we refuse to give up.
Instead, we keep doing what we are doing — what we have to do.
Like storms at sea, life storms can arise quickly and cause much trouble. They may also be slow-moving day-to-day responsibilities with no relief in sight. Either way, we hang on for dear life and do the best we can.
Most storms soon pass.
The sun comes out, and a rainbow appears.
All is well. Our troubles of the moment disappear.
Other storms remain with us.
Our troubles continue, yet we make the best of a bad situation.
We look for moments of pleasure, like the sudden appearance of whales in a storm-tossed sea.
- Friends call or visit to offer encouragement.
- A funny moment occurs in the midst of many not-so-funny moments.
- We enjoy a brief walk, beautiful music, or favorite foods.
Whether storms come and go or come and stay, we do not have to face them alone.
Other people will help if they know our needs. Jesus promised the presence of His Spirit to all who trust in Him.
When hard times come, keep on keeping on, my friend. May you know God’s never-failing peace.
“I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may abide with you for ever” (John 14:16 KJV).
Thanks to a 5-3-20 commenter on Upper Room for the suggestion. First photo by enriquelopezgarre from Pixabay.
Do you have an expression you want explained? If so, please comment below.
Subscribe to receive my weekly posts by email and receive a free copy of “Words of Hope for Days that Hurt.”
If you enjoyed this post, please share it with your friends.
Anthony Salyers demonstrates the work of an old-time blacksmith shop during 
“When you reach the end of your rope, tie a knot in it and hang on.” –Franklin D. Roosevelt.
On a trip to Minneapolis years ago, I caught a plane just in the nick of time. My first plane had engine trouble, so I had to change flights. That made me late for my second flight. As a result, I had to run through the airport about 1:00 a.m. to board my plane on time.
Saved by the bell means we escape a difficult situation at the last moment. 
Our greatest salvation comes through Jesus’ death on a cross.
Eating jam is fun. Getting in a jam is not.
During Christmas or other holidays, we can easily get in a jam. We plan too much to do with too little time to do it. We forget to have fun.
If dogs get wet, stand back. We don’t want to be too close when they shake off the water. However, we can learn from their actions.
Some days everything gets out of whack.
We cannot sleep. We cannot eat, or we eat too much. We wring our hands until the skin almost comes off.
A few years ago, my husband was in the hospital, not expected to live. The next day a doctor said he was much better but not out of the woods yet. He meant my husband still had to fight for his life.