Paul reminds us that difficult days are not a sign of spiritual failure but a reality Jesus promised, and Scripture prepares us to stand firm when the world around us seems to unravel.

I know there are moments when living out our faith feels nearly impossible. But take heart—God sees you, even in the struggle. He hasn’t left you, and His word is still true.

What if the difficult things we go through and the suffering we experience have something to do with advancing the gospel? Would it stir more resolve and commitment to the places he has put us or to the people we are called to serve?

From the early church to modern-day challenges, the message remains the same: trials may be numerous and diverse, but with God's wisdom, they lead to joy and maturity in Christ.

Since God is steadfast in his love and with him comes plentiful redemption, I am confident he is in the process of redeeming our prayer lives so that we will more naturally and joyfully come to him.

Jesus told us that in this world there would be many struggles, and you may have felt you are the poster child for that Bible verse!

God will bring stability in our times of distress and ultimately when he returns. God is the one who offers salvation, wisdom, and knowledge. But in order to experience all that he has for us, we must wait on his perfect timing.