He will walk you through
“Before I was afflicted, I went astray, but now I keep Your word.” – Psalm 119:67
Life has a way of teaching us lessons that we never expected to learn. Sometimes, the hardest seasons shape us in ways we never could have imagined. Psalm 119:65-80 reminds us of God’s goodness, faithfulness, and equipping power, even when we walk through difficulties. Verse 67, in particular, speaks to the transformative nature of trials and how affliction can turn us back to God and deepen our trust in His Word.
There was a time in my life when I struggled with understanding why God would allow pain. I wanted Him to remove the difficulty, to fix the situation immediately. But instead, He allowed me to walk through it. Looking back, I now realize that if He had taken it away too soon, I wouldn’t have learned the dependence on Him that I desperately needed. My suffering wasn’t pointless but it was a turning point. Just like the psalmist says, “Before I was afflicted, I went astray, but now I keep Your word.”
When things were easy, I relied on my own strength. But in hardship, I learned to seek God more deeply. My prayers became more sincere, my faith became more real, and I discovered a closeness with the Lord that I never would have found otherwise.
God doesn’t always remove our struggles immediately, but He always walks with us through them. He strengthens us, and guides us to become the people He has called us to be. If we allow Him, our struggles can fortify our faith rather than break it.
There are many examples of this in the bible. One of the greatest is the life of Joseph. He was betrayed, imprisoned, and forgotten, yet God was working behind the scenes to bring him into a place of great victory. Everything He went through was preparing, growing and equipping him to be a great leader. In the same way, your pain is not wasted. Your trials are not for nothing. God is using them to draw you closer to Him and to bring you to your great victory. If you never have struggles, you can never have victories!
Here are some steps you can take when facing hard times. Read these and then make a plan to trust Him when trouble comes your way.
- Surrender Your Struggles to God – Instead of asking God to remove the pain right away, ask Him to use it to grow your faith. Pray for wisdom, peace, and endurance.
- Stay Rooted in His Word – The psalmist says “It is good for me that I have been afflicted, that I may learn Your statutes” (Psalm 119:71). Use this season to press into Scripture, finding comfort and guidance in His promises.
- Surround Yourself with Encouragement – Godly friendships and a strong faith community can remind you that you’re not alone. Let others walk with you as God walks with you.
- Look for Growth, Not Just Relief – Instead of focusing on when the trial will end, ask God to show you what He wants you to learn in the midst of it.
Today I want to encourage you that no matter what trial you are facing, know this: God is with you. He is strengthening your faith, leading you with His peace, and preparing you for greater things. One day, you will look back and see how He used this season for your good. He is not the cause of our problems, but He is the solution that will get us through.
Let Psalm 119:67 remind you that even in affliction, there is purpose. Hold on to Him, trust His process, and keep walking forward in faith. Your victory is on the way.
Today’s scripture reading: Psalms 119:65-80
65 You have done many good things for me, Lord, just as you promised.
66 I believe in your commands; now teach me good judgment and knowledge.
67 I used to wander off until you disciplined me; but now I closely follow your word.
68 You are good and do only good; teach me your decrees.
69 Arrogant people smear me with lies, but in truth I obey your commandments with all my heart.
70 Their hearts are dull and stupid, but I delight in your instructions.
71 My suffering was good for me, for it taught me to pay attention to your decrees.
72 Your instructions are more valuable to me than millions in gold and silver.
73 You made me; you created me. Now give me the sense to follow your commands.
74 May all who fear you find in me a cause for joy, for I have put my hope in your word.
75 I know, O Lord, that your regulations are fair; you disciplined me because I needed it.
76 Now let your unfailing love comfort me, just as you promised me, your servant.
77 Surround me with your tender mercies so I may live, for your instructions are my delight.
78 Bring disgrace upon the arrogant people who lied about me; meanwhile, I will concentrate on your commandments.
79Let me be united with all who fear you, with those who know your laws.
80 May I be blameless in keeping your decrees; then I will never be ashamed.
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