Are you having a good day?

In yesterday’s devotion, we talked about how God has made us His children and will free us completely from the corruption of our sinful world one day. But we don’t have to wait for God to work good in our lives. He’s doing it even now!

He is working through every situation you are in right now for your good. In love, He called you, saved you, and is working in your life for your good.

Sometimes it doesn’t feel like it. We go through some rough days…or weeks…or months. It can seem like God doesn’t like us or has abandoned us.

However, we may just need to change our perspective.

Have you ever worked with a physical therapist? When I’ve worked with physical therapists in the past, there were times I was sure they were only doing physical therapy work because the job of dungeon torturer had already been filled.

In truth, though, they were working for my good. They were pushing me and stretching me and strengthening me so I could have a better life.

When I took my focus off the pain and struggle and considered their real purpose and looked toward the better life I would have, it changed my thoughts about what I was going through at the moment. The stretches and exercises hadn’t changed, but my perspective had.

God is working for your good.

There may be times when things are painful and it’s hard to see the good, but He is working for your good. It can help to take your eyes off the pain and problem and put them on Him. Remember, His purpose and His goodness and think of the better life He is preparing you for, one where you are drawn closer to Him in repentance and faith.

So, peace be with you even in the storm. Yes, it is hard, but God is with you and working through that storm.

Heavenly Father,

You are greater than the storms of my life. Your forgiveness is greater than my sin. Your life is greater than my suffering. You are mighty, faithful, and good. Change my perspective. Help me to focus on You and Your faithfulness rather than my problems.

Amen