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7 Promises to Remind Us: God Will Bring Good from the Storms in Our Lives

March 13, 2017 by Debbie 12 Comments

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I’m so thankful for this truth: God promises to bring good from the storms of devastation in our lives.

He reminds us in His word that there is great gain when we face painful times, as difficult as it may be.

And yet I’m ever so aware of this as well, it’s never easy to live through.

Necessary? Yes, if we ever long to grow.

But easy? No, not ever.

No one wishes for hard times in life. No one asks for suffering or storms. No one longs to wade through deep rivers of hurt, rejection, and pain, or to try to find your way out of the darkness of confusion and doubt.

Yet if we’ve lived long enough, we know this to be true. It’s all a part of life.

Maybe that’s why God reminds over and over in His word that trials are a part of our journey. It’s what makes us stronger, gives us endurance, builds our faith. He tells us not to be surprised at the troubles we face, but to “keep on rejoicing.”

“Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal among you, which comes upon you for your testing, as though some strange thing were happening to you; but to the degree that you share the sufferings of Christ, keep on rejoicing…” 1 Peter 4:12-13

And I’ve needed to let that sink deep again.

“Keep on rejoicing.”

It’s a choice.

Our storms might look different in this life, but they all offer the opportunity to change us, forever. And God can take what seems tragic and devastating to turn it around for good. It may not happen as quickly as we’d like, it may feel like a struggle, and we might find ourselves longing for another way, but blessing will come from it. For it’s the way God works. The “good” will shine through.

And we won’t ever be the same again. For the person who eventually walks out of the storm will be different than the one who walked in. We can be assured, that God’s work within us is never for harm, but to strengthen us, to build deeper character and faith, and to bring us out as “gold,” leaving lasting impressions for His glory in this world.

He never promised us this life would be easy, but He does promise that He is bigger than any storm we face…and He’s always working for good.

He’s with us. Right in the midst of it all.

Seven promises to remind us that God will bring good from the storms we face:

1. “But he knows the way that I take; when he has tested me, I will come forth as gold.”  – Job 23:10

We will come out “as gold,” tested, tried, and true. God knows our way, and we are only passing through. He reminds us that will “come out” to the other side. Changed for the better, stronger, shining, beauty deepened from within.

2. “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” – John 16:33

He reminds us there will be trouble in this world, but He’s already overcome it all. He’s already victorious. And that same power works in us today, giving us the courage and strength to persevere and overcome.

3. “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” – Romans 8:28

For those of us who love Him and are called to his purpose, He promises these powerful words, “in all things God works for the good.” In everything. Not just the good things that happen, but in it all, we can be assured, He will indeed bring good from it. He is our Redeemer, and He will not waste our pain.

4. “Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.”  – James 1:2-3

God reminds us to choose joy in whatever we face, confident that He is working even through every trial and hard place, to bring us greater endurance. We never gain greater strength and spiritual muscles simply by living an “easy” life. We can only build deeper faith and perseverance by walking through the hard times that press us more closely into His Presence.

5. “…Who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God. For just as we share abundantly in the sufferings of Christ, so also our comfort abounds through Christ.” – 2 Corinthians 1:4-5

Unless we experience difficulty and suffering, we cannot truly help another soul who faces loss and pain. It’s only through our own pain and grief, or hardship, that we can have a fuller understanding of what others walk through as well. There’s great comfort in knowing that God will use what we have experienced, no matter how difficult, to help someone else. Christ Himself suffered and tempted in “all things” so that we’re reminded He truly understands “all” that we walk through in this life.

6. “But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong.”  – 2 Corinthians 12:9-10

Our difficulties allow us to see God’s strength displayed in our lives. Through every weakness and hard place. It brings us to a deeper humility and dependency on Him, that we would never know without the trial or pain we had faced.

7. “Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day. For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, for what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.”  – 2 Corinthians 4:16-18

Through every trial and storm we encounter in life, God will use it to make a mark in this world. The troubles we walk through can bring glory to Him. He will use our lives, the joy and faith we have, in spite of our problems, to draw others to Himself, and to help us to remember that what we see around us, is not all there is. For He has more in store. And it is greater than we can ever imagine…

May His Presence surround you in the storm you might be facing right now. May He lead your way and keep you secure, guiding your steps forward, and covering you from behind. May He assure you He will see you through, as He is working on your behalf. Know beyond a doubt, that our God is faithful, and He will turn this trial around for good somehow, and bring you forth as gold.

Peace.

(This article first appeared here on ibelieve: http://www.ibelieve.com/faith/7-promises-to-remind-us-god-will-bring-good-from-the-storms-in-our-lives.html)

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  1. T. Rita says

    March 13, 2017 at 8:55 am

    Thank you for sharing this encouraging devotional, I think it’s so difficult to rejoice in our trials and suffering. It’s very hard to live in the middle of grief and pain, I know it would be impossible to survive without the Lord. There’s a person at church who has a debilitating disease similar to ALS, this person is just a shell of his former self. I noticed he is always smiling, even though he is unable to walk or talk anymore. His joy comes from the Lord, there’s no other explanation! It’s supernatural and so inpirational! To God be the Glory. ♥

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    • Debbie says

      March 13, 2017 at 5:55 pm

      Thank you so much for sharing that story, this friend at your church sounds like an amazing person to know. And so agree with you, without God, the trials we walk through would seem impossible. He is our strength & joy!

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      • Lisa Browning says

        September 10, 2018 at 11:14 am

        Thanks Debbie for these devotionals. I have a question. What exactly does “called according to his purpose” mean? Thanks!!

        Reply
  2. Isaac Thomas Jr. says

    March 14, 2017 at 9:54 pm

    I have been a Preacher for over 20yrs and Iam telling you that this has been the most best encouraging reading.Its all so true,because I cannot even begin to tell you all that I have been through since I accepted Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior.I love this devotion and Iam going to subscribe to it because I can feel the anointing coming from you,as if you were right here with me.Amen.

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  3. Georgette Magness says

    April 7, 2017 at 7:09 am

    Thank you for this post. My husband and I have been married and doing ministry together for around 10 years. We’ve encountered loss of parents, miscarriage, and loss of jobs. However, recently, I have entered into one of the darkest seasons I have ever been in. One of anxiety, panic attacks, and depression; so much so that my body has physical symptoms and heart palpitations. It scares me, it feels uncontrollable, and at times, I feel hopeless of ever walking out of the storm. I know my Father is good and sovereign, and He is teaching me to lose control because He is in control and to simply trust Him. A hard lesson to learn when you’ve been hurt and seen so many hurt around you. I love Him and I have to remember that this is not our home, but while He does have me here, I want to live in His freedom. Free from the chains and bondage of anxiety and fear, and truly know and experience His peace through the mountains and valleys. Thank you for your post and your daily reminders of the promises of our King. Please pray for me, my husband, our two beautiful daughters, and ministry. Prayers and grace to you and yours. 🌸

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  4. ann kamau says

    April 9, 2017 at 5:37 pm

    Thanks alot, 28years down the line, saved on a hospital bed, seen God in many ways but living with an unsaved husband. Imagine, preaching home as well as internationally, so brethren take heart, Jesus is Lord an He suffered and conquered

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  5. Jade S. says

    April 17, 2017 at 9:05 am

    As I sit here, crying, living through the pain; I know God is with me. Thank you for this devotion. You reminded me to remember the One who strengthens, the One who comforts, the One who died for me, the One where my hope lies. With Him, I can overcome anything. Even when I can not see the light, I know He is with me; He is my light and my salvation. I will overcome.

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    • Nyad says

      June 3, 2017 at 11:24 am

      Amen! God is good❤

      Reply
  6. Vanessa says

    September 20, 2017 at 1:33 pm

    Just what i needed am in a battle and shows me how 2 trust in god even more , the victory belongs to him and we should rejoice in our tribulations. Glory to god

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  7. Vanessa says

    September 20, 2017 at 1:34 pm

    Just what i needed am in a battle and shows me how 2 trust in god even more , the victory belongs to him and we should rejoice in our tribulations. Glory to god

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  8. Keiley says

    February 27, 2018 at 1:30 pm

    Thank you so much for this! I just had a biopsy today and am now waiting for the results that will be coming this Friday. I am finding this waiting is the hardest part of all, so far. It is hard to keep my mind from racing ahead to the “what ifs”, and I am trying so hard to rest faithful and easy. Thank you for this. God bless you and your heart for Him!

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  9. Kim says

    October 3, 2018 at 9:38 pm

    Thank you for this. I have been in the battle of my life with depression and anxiety, etc…. these scriptures are such helpful reminders. Especially when I feel like God has forgotten me in the middle of all this. I long for the joy of my salvation to return to me. To have a thriving spiritual life again. To be joyful again. So hard to stay thankful in the middle of this. Please pray for me. And again thank you. Your writings are so encouraging to me.

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