The Winning Side

This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one and only Son into the world that we might live through him.

1 John 4:9

God uses every single trial, every detour, every obstacle in our journey for our benefit, for our good. That’s because what the Enemy means for evil, God uses for our good (Genesis 50:20). Sometimes the good is a change in circumstances. Sometimes the good is a stronger faith. But nothing is ever wasted.

Satan used Judas to betray the Lord, but God intended for Jesus to stand trial and be condemned to death. Satan used the scheming of Jesus’ enemies to have Him crucified, but Jesus’ crucifixion was key to God’s plan for securing eternal life for all who believe in Jesus. Satan loses! God wins! Regardless of what it looks like in the process.

As you persevere despite opposition, trust God. Trust that in the midst of everything, He is building you up, strengthening you, and teaching you to trust Him more.

I praise You, God, for using for good what the Enemy intends for evil. Show me how to persevere toward ultimate victory.