In life, I often encounter moments of hurt and suffering that can leave me feeling overwhelmed and discouraged. However, I have learned that I must shift my perspective in order for me to find peace, growth, and healing. Instead of dwelling on the pain, I try to focus on the lessons that these experiences bring which allows me to continue growing and moving forward in my journey of faith. I have come to understand that everything happens for a reason and if I am willing, God can use these experiences to grow and shape me. 

In the face of adversity, it is natural to focus on the difficulty that I am experiencing. Romans 8:28 says that in all things God works together for the good of those who love Him and are called according to His purpose. While it may be difficult to comprehend during pain, believing that everything happens ‘for me’ and ‘not to me’ allows me to trust in God’s plan for my life. Knowing and accepting that God can use even the most challenging circumstances for growth and transformation gives me hope and helps me see beyond the hurt.

Seeing beyond my circumstance means that every experience, whether positive or negative, provides me with an opportunity for growth and character development. However, it is only something that I have the choice to participate in or leave behind. Instead of allowing myself to be consumed by the situation, I can choose to embrace these opportunities and use them as stepping stones to gain a new perspective. As I shift my focus toward the lessons that these experiences can teach me, I allow an open door for healing and peace.

Once that door is open I can surrender, and allow Him to transform my pain into purpose. Through this process of understanding and acceptance, choosing to be open to healing and transformation and surrendering to Him over and over; I can cultivate resilience, deepen my faith, and become a stronger individual. As God continues to move in me, I can gain wisdom, maturity, and a deeper understanding of myself and my faith.

Practice for Today

When I choose to focus on the lesson rather than the hurt, I invite growth and healing. I can begin to believe that everything happens for a reason, God has a purpose and can use even the most challenging circumstances for my benefit. I will remember to use every opportunity to grow, seeking God in every situation, and allowing Him to guide me towards healing and the restoration only He can provide. May I find strength and hope as I continue my journey of faith; knowing that my focus on growth will lead me to a deeper relationship with God and a brighter future.

Romans 12:2 Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect.