Episode 213: Suffering

1 Peter 4:16 "But don't be ashamed if you suffer as one who belongs to Christ. Rather, honor God as you bear Christ's name. Give honor to God" Many years ago, as I lie awake in a bed, helpless, at perhaps one of the lowest moments of my life, I asked God one question "Why me?". The response I received spoke directly to the heart and has had a resounding effect on my life ever since. The answer I received was simply "Why not you?", "It's not about you". You see suffering is a part of our human lives, it is a tool that God uses to connect with us, to give us clarity, strength, and purpose. But in order for those things to be fulfilled, we must walk in the faith of our Heavenly Father and we must approach suffering from the opportunity to grow and connect more closely with our Heavenly Father and His plan for our lives. His intention is often to use the suffering placed in our lives as a platform for future creation and for us to go out and be spokespersons and creatives for His kingdom and His glory.