“One of the great temptations of the spiritual life is to believe that if I were in another season of life, I could be more spiritual. The truth is that spiritual transformation takes place as we embrace the challenges and opportunities associated with each season of our life.” - Ruth Haley Barton
If God is sovereign, then He is sovereign over my circumstances. If God is sovereign over my circumstances I can trust that there is nothing out of place, nothing surprising, and nothing that cannot be turned toward my ultimate good, and His ultimate glory (Rom 8:28).
And if I cannot comprehend how my circumstances are creating the environment for me to be conformed to the image of Christ, I can know that they are in fact preparing me for an eternal weight of glory. “For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison…” 2 Corinthians 4:17
Nothing can be meaningless that forces us to cling closely to the cross.
Father, may our lives be open to You as You move toward us in all circumstances. In Christ’s name, amen.
Praying,
AB