Everyone faces unwanted hardships and trouble. Some hardship comes because we act in ways that are unwise and end up in circumstances we did not anticipate. Other hardships come because we live in a broken world with people who are struggling and making mistakes just as we are. During those times it's important to face the questions: Does God know what is going on? Does God care? Is God making a way for me through these problems or do I just have to sort things out on my own?
As those who are seeking to live with God in recovery, we have an enormous advantage over many others. We can turn to God in our moments of frustration and uncertainty and find His help in our time of need. Instead of being frustrated and overwhelmed by a problem, we can focus our attention on our caring God who promises stability, peace, and a way forward.
Obstacles and problems, even failures, can be opportunities for learning and growth as we experience God’s faithfulness. It's not easy, but "accepting hardship as the pathway to peace" can be life changing as our faith and trust grow in our knowledge of God as our eternal Rock.
Prayer: God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference, living one day at a time, enjoying one moment at a time, accepting hardship as the pathway to peace .... trusting that You will make all things right if I surrender to Your will. Amen
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