But may the God of all grace, who called us to His eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after you have suffered a while, perfect, establish, strengthen, and settle you. (1 Peter 5:10)
We need to realize that even though God did not initiate our trouble, He can still use it to work something good in us. What the devil means for evil, God can turn into something good.
Even though the devil's purpose is to destroy us, if we will respond correctly, God can work good things. Notice the verse says after you have suffered a short season, God will perfect. It brings maturity to us.
While we might hate it, how we respond in times of trial makes us who we are—and it fits us to accomplish God's will. I hate some of the things I have gone through! But you know what? I would not be who I am had I not experienced those things. It has fitted me to do the will of God.
And while it may not seem like it, our present difficulty may be instrumental in our future success.
God Bless and have a wonderful day!!!
Jody
