When life gets hard, sometimes we wonder, “Why is this happening to me?” We all go through situations that feels unfair or just plain tough. Things don’t go the way we want, people let us down, or we just feel like there’s way too much on our plates. And honestly, it can make our faith feel shaky. We might even start to feel like God is far away. It may not feel like it when we’re going through it, but those tough times can actually help us grow stronger and closer to God.
Jesus never said life would be easy. In fact, in John 16:33 (NLT), He said, “Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.” So we shouldn’t be surprised when life gets rough—Jesus told us it would. But He also promised that we’re not alone, and He’s already overcome all the hard situations that we face.
The Bible also says that these challenges can help us grow. James 1:2–4 (NLT) says, “When troubles of any kind come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy… when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow.” That means every hard moment is actually a chance for our faith to get stronger. Like muscles growing during a workout, our trust in God grows when we go through hard things with Him.And here’s something really comforting: even though it might feel like the hard times will last forever, they won’t. Psalm 30:5 (NLT) says, “Weeping may last through the night, but joy comes with the morning.” God sees our pain, and He promises that it won’t last forever. There’s always hope on the other side.
So if you’re going through something right now—or the next time you are—remember this: it’s okay to feel confused or sad. But don’t give up. God is with you in it. Talk to Him, even if all you can say is, “God, I need help.” He’s listening. And He’s working, even when we don’t see it yet.
Scripture quotations marked (NLT) are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Wheaton, Illinois 60189. All rights reserved.
“Don’t Give up During Troubled Times”, written for aheartforchristdevotions@blogspot.com by Kraiapril©2025. All rights reserved. All done to the glory of God through Jesus Christ, our Lord!
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