Faith and Challenges

I am working on budgets today for our Latin America Region. We are facing significant cutbacks due to the fall of the U.S. dollar around the world and other issues. Leadership is difficult but very important in times like this. I have been asking the Lord to increase my faith and help me to have a positive attitude in the face of challenges. I am reminded of the words of Lloyd John Ogilvie in his book, "Quiet Moments with God": "Help me to express a positive attitude based on a conviction that You are in control and are working out Your purposes. May Your peace invade my heart so my attitude will reflect an inner serenity and calm confidence. " That's my prayer for today.