​January 16: All Things Work Together for Good

“And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.” (Romans 8:28, ESV)

This verse is a lifeline in the storms of life. Notice it doesn’t say all things are good—pain, loss, and disappointment are very real. Yet for those who love God and are called by Him, every circumstance will be woven into a larger purpose. The disappointments that sting, the delays that frustrate, even the failures that humble us—God redeems them all. 

Your story is no different. He is the Master of taking the pain and disaster of sin’s effect and turning it around.  It may not be immediate.  It may hurt for a while, but God will turn it around for good if we will only have the faith to believe it.  Surrender the “why” questions to Him. Rest in His sovereign love. Know He is good. 

Prayer: “Lord, help me know that you will bring good out of this. Amen.”

Pause & Reflect:  Declare out loud:   Even when I don’t see it, you are working.  You never stop working.