Journey With God
Thursday, November 21
Journey With God
You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives. Genesis 50:20
Adversity often arrives uninvited and brings with it emotional pain, uncertainty, and sorrow. Oswald Chambers once observed, “Suffering and sorrow are a fact of life. There’s no use in saying it shouldn’t be this way.” His words challenge us to confront a hard truth: difficulties are inevitable, but how we respond to them shapes our journey with God.
Learning to trust God in adversity is neither quick nor easy—it’s a process. In times of suffering, we face a pivotal choice: will we trust God even when life feels overwhelming? Adversity has the potential to either deepen our faith or shake it to its core. The outcome hinges on our perspective and decisions during hard times.
Consider Joseph’s story. Betrayed by his brothers, sold into slavery, falsely accused, and imprisoned, he endured unimaginable trials. Yet, Joseph recognized God’s sovereignty in his suffering. In the end, Joseph saw how God had used his pain for a greater purpose—to save many lives.
Remember, suffering is not an indication of God’s absence. Rather, it can be an opportunity to experience His faithfulness in ways we might never expect. As we walk through trials with Him, we learn that His grace is sufficient, His strength is perfect in our weakness, and His purposes for us are good.
Today, let’s commit to shifting our focus from ourselves to the One who walks with us through every storm. Though adversity is certain, so is God’s unwavering presence and love. Choose to trust Him. Choose to grow through the trial.
Prayer for today: Dear Lord Jesus, what a comfort it is to know that You not only see me in my times of distress, but that You’re with me the whole time. Thank You that You know the way forward, and thank You for Your guidance. Please help me to wait on You in every step I take. Help me to hear Your voice, and help me remain who You created me to be. Amen.