Life often traps us with despairing situations. In 2010, 33 Chilean miners were trapped 700 meters underground, about 3 miles from the mine’s entrance. After 17 fretful days, a message appeared, taped to a drill bit (the tool used to cut or crush rock): “We are well in the shelter, the 33 of us.” 69 days later, the miners were brought out to safety. In life, we often find ourselves down in the pits. We get trapped in life’s well through our own mistakes, the actions of others, or circumstances beyond our control. We feel lost in its frightening depth, unable to see light at the end of the tunnel. Regardless of how you got into your hole, you can choose responsible ways from sinking into despair. Choose hope, by fastening this assurance to your efforts: IT IS WELL, EVEN IN THE WELL! (Psalm 31:24; 43:5; Zechariah 9:11-12.)—Samuel Koranteng-Pipim
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SAMUEL KORANTENG-PIPIM,PH.D. , is a US-based Ghanaian author, inspirational speaker, leadership trainer, and an advocate for youth empowerment. He was trained in engineering and systematic theology, and has authored more than twenty books. They include his bestselling works Hope Through the Dark, Six More Chances, Healed Wounds but Ugly Scars, and Patience in the Midst of Trials and Afflictions. Dr. Pipim currently directs two Centers for Leadership Development known as EAGLES (Empowerment & Advisory Group for Leadership, Excellence, & Service) and ANANSE (African Network & Advisory for Needed Services & Excellence). www.EAGLESonline.org. He also serves as a special consultant on Bible projects for Remnant Publications. 