Our culture craves comfort, the avoidance of pain, easy projects, nothing but success, leisure time, entertainment, fun hobbies, and anything else that can fit under the umbrella of "smooth sailing."
When things don't go righta slip on ice, conflict with a loved one, a demanding and troublesome boss, a leaky roof, car trouble, financial setbacksthere is a prevailing attitude of surprised anger and resentment, a strong sense that life is unfair and cruel.
Paul, a survivor of every sort of calamity, challenges this mindset. Not only are difficulties inevitable, but they become opportunities to growand even become catalysts for great things to happen. Are you convinced that all things work together for good in your life?
Accept discipline. Ask God to help you get the most out of the difficulties you encounter. You might feel pain for a moment, but the long-term rewards will be great.
Heavenly Father, I don't understand why bad things happen and especially don't understand how You can use them for good in my life; but You do. Thank You! Amen.
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Weekly Quote
"I am mended by my sickness, enriched by my poverty, and strengthened by my weakness." -Abraham Wright
Weekly Verse
"And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose." -Romans 8:28
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'Those who leave everything in God's hand will eventually see God's hand in everything.'
