Whatever is true, noble, right, pure, lovely, admirable - think of such things - Philippians 4:8-9
It is all about the focus
Focus on the mess or you can change your mind and focus on:
Who God is
What God can do
The changes he can make
The victory he will most certainly achieve
Paul is not hopeful on what direction the world is going
Jesus saw the increase in wickedness - Matthew 24:12
While pessimistic about the world's chances, he was totally optimistic about the future with God
You will have trouble in this world but Jesus has overcome the world - John 16:33
Key Phrase:You will have trouble in this world but Jesus has overcome the world