Blessings in Disguise

It amazes me and brings remarkable comfort that God works all things together for our ultimate good. No matter how bad things may look or how hurt we may feel, there’s nothing he can’t turn into a tool for blessing and promoting us.

You might be in the middle of a major conflict or a financial struggle that has you thinking, How could God possibly work anything good out of this mess? Remember that he sees the big picture. He knows how the story ends. Our eyes see just the here and now, but his perspective is eternal, and nothing lies beyond the scope of his power.

Open your eyes and your heart to him. Allow him to work compassion in your heart for others who are experiencing the same or similar difficulties. Start reaching out to others and let God use you to bless them during their struggles. When we get our eyes off ourselves and start taking stock of the needs of those around us, our trials turn into an immediate blessing.

Don’t make it your priority to skirt conflict and avoid difficulty. Face your challenges—maybe even embrace them—knowing God is by your side. Grow through them with a joyful spirit, and you will develop a heart of compassion that can’t be broken by petty offenses or even deep emotional wounds.

Father, thank you for turning all things for my good. Even in the middle of my struggles, I will trust in your sovereignty and eternal perspective. Open my eyes to see how I can be a joy and blessing to those around me. Amen.

Go share the joy today!