There are principles we need to imbibe in order to overcome the storms that arise in our lives. There is no gainsaying the fact that we live in a world filled with uncertainty, distress, frustration, misfortune, chaos, insecurity and all kinds of evil. In order to escape the encroachment of these horrors, the believer must take heed to God's Word.
Prayer is the spiritual weapon for overcoming obstacles. Whenever a situation arises to overwhelm you, do not panic. Instead, talk to God about it in prayer. He knows exactly how to fix it.
Philippians 4:6 KJV
Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.
It may sound ridiculous to some people but another way we can avert challenges when they come is by offering thanks unto God. Many times we are so concerned about what God is yet to do, forgetting what He has already done already. However, the fact that we are still alive is worth thanking God for.