"Follow the Yellow Brick Road"

There's "nothing better" than knowing your life is in check. When: all of your classes are paid for, you have a wonderful job, great friends, you know exactly what you want to contribute to and gain in life, your love life is "flawless", you have a stable family, you're smart and know exactly what to say and when to say it; having all of that is GREAT!.... But what if you don't? What if instead of having all  classes paid for one needs to work harder-meaning less school and more work. What if the job one has diminishes their self worth or compromises one's beliefs-or makes them wish the day was over when it's only just begun? What if one's only friend is low self-esteem? What of those that have no idea what they want in life, much less know what they have to offer? What of those that lie awake at night only to pray and pray for their long overdue prince charming? What if one's family is torn and battling for honor and love instead of being whole? What if instead of applying intellecutal humility one speaks and speaks out of line-hurting those not meant to be hurt?
 How unfortunate. Too bad so sad. I guess you weren't meant to do anything special with your life. You were a mistake.
 The enemy hovers over every living soul, wanting only to destroy those that are worth destroying. 
"Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour" 1 Peter 5:8 (NIV).
 While many would agree in believing that a self-satisfying life filled with all the monetary gains and exterior accomplishments(such as: money, jobs, friends, goals, significant other, picture perfect family, intelligence,etc.) is key to a happy and fulfilling life; I beg to differ.
The world is so blinded by the enemy's twisted scheme and false truths that its status quos are so ignorant of true beauty and meaning of life. No one aspires to be linked to the source of life anymore.
"I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing" John 15:5 (NIV). 
I don't mean to imply that all things gained here on Earth are depraved, but when those gains become your sole purpose in life death is near. Perhaps not literal physical death, but death none the less, a more crucial death-the only death that matters.
"Do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather, be afraid of the One who can destroy both soul and body in hell" Matthew 10:28 (NIV).
 You see, when things don't always go the way you expected them to go, or when your life doesn't meet the status quo of this world, you are blessed. How so? Well, while others are fascinated by the meaningless of this world and the vacancies it has to offer, you are being tried. And why else would you be tested if not to serve a greater purpose. While others are indulging in treasures that will fade away, you have the opporunity (blessing) to know The Creator of the universe on a whole new level. You get to learn and sense His love for you. Understand that when your life doesn't seem right and troubles come your way, more than likely, you are on the right road. I know this because it is through trials that one grows. Like a gold ring being refined through the fire and molded into its finest form, only to be used with honor.

The Beatitudes

    He said:
   ³ “Blessed are the poor in spirit,
   for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
⁴ Blessed are those who mourn,
   for they will be comforted.
⁵ Blessed are the meek,
   for they will inherit the earth.
⁶ Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness,
   for they will be filled.
⁷ Blessed are the merciful,
   for they will be shown mercy.
⁸ Blessed are the pure in heart,
   for they will see God.
⁹ Blessed are the peacemakers,
   for they will be called children of God.
¹⁰ Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness,
   for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
   ¹¹ “Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. ¹² Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.
Matthew 5:2-12 (NIV)

Why would the devil find satisfaction in bringing down those that are already down? That would be redundant. Always remember that the enemy will attack those that are a threat to him. Yes, you. Because you are loved by the King of Kings, and His love brings FREEDOM from the enemy! Recieve it and let His love surpass the status quos that surround you.