_ How can I turn my setback into a comeback? Is it possible to alleviate this tendency to stumble and fall when I give my best effort? From this misery there is a key to unlock any prison of failure and turn life into a comeback that will catapult you into an arena of victory and confidence.

To understand this, we must understand the difference between two words: fellowship and relationship. Relationship has to do with a change of nature where all things become new. Fellowship has to do with communion. Communion is a quality of relationship that provides the highest level of joy. When fellowship is broken, the joy dies. You may be a child of God and walk in a marvelous relationship; but if you have no fellowship with the Father there is no joy in your life.

Since the joy of the Lord is strength, one must have high levels of joy to manifest sufficient strength to turn any setback into a comeback. When found in the midst of a setback, examine the fellowship portion of your relationship with God. Fellowship is the golden key that can turn any setback into a glorious comeback.


Bishop Gerald Doggett