“I know that you can do all things, and that no purpose of yours can be thwarted. ‘Who is this that hides counsel without knowledge?’ Therefore, I have spoken about things I did not understand, things too wonderful for me to know. ‘Listen, and I will speak; I will ask you, and you will answer me.’ I had heard of you through others, but now my own eyes see you; therefore, I despise myself and repent in dust and ashes.” (Job 42:1-6)
One thing that often puzzles many believers is that when we choose to follow God, He doesn’t shield us from difficult times, even though He has the power to do so. God allows us and our choices to lead to troubles, pain, and suffering. Yet, He is also the God who can heal those wounds.
The most devoted followers of Jesus, those with deep Christ-like character, have likely faced struggles during their journey. This is because the challenges we encounter can deepen our faith.
When we experience hurt, we often emerge from the pain with greater compassion for others. We become more empathetic. Similarly, our wounds can make us more forgiving, understanding, and gracious, while teaching us to be slower to judge. Pain can strip away our pride and cultivate our compassion. Each specific wound can enhance particular virtues. Going through hardships helps us appreciate life more. Illness makes us value good health. Difficult times put life into perspective and help us recognize what truly matters. Sometimes, we keep getting hurt by repeating the same actions or staying with the same people. This recurring pain may be a sign that we haven’t learned a vital lesson yet. Trust that God will help you through it.
“God often uses our difficulties and wounds to help us grow. These experiences make us wiser.”
Prayer:
Heavenly Father, thank you for being present during my struggles. I pray that the wounds I’ve experienced during these tough times help me to see and respond to the world more like Jesus, rather than reacting from my fleshly instincts. May these trials draw me closer to Him. I understand that sometimes You allow us to hurt, knowing there is beauty and purpose in the pain. Thank you for those pains and the lessons they bring. Lord God, I appreciate the insights you will reveal through my trials. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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Rob Lavallee
Scriptural Seeds Ministries
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