Problems, when responded to correctly, are character builders: “We know that they help us develop endurance. And endurance develops strength of character” (Romans 5:3-4 NLT). God is far more interested in your character than your comfort. Your relationship to God and your character are the only two things you’re going to take with you into eternity.

You’re going to experience difficulties. Everyone does. When you do, remember that you have a choice. You can let those difficulties defeat you. Or you can choose to let God direct, inspect, correct, protect, and perfect you through them!