Great post SC-N , so many people seem to miss the fact that God with us, and in us, is a powerful way to cope and even thrive in a a world so misguided. The world can be so depressing and deception is everywhere. I believe that the guidance of the Holy Spirit is the best way to live our lives. With joy in our heart and mind we can better deal with difficult situations. It is a constant struggle to filter out the noise of the material world. The disciplines taught in the Bible are a great foundation.