When Paul was sitting in a jail cell, beaten and bound, he didn’t cry out to God saying, “Why me?” or “What did I do to deserve this?” Instead, his heart posture was different. He asked, “Lord, how can I serve You right here?” He chose purpose over pity.

Far too often, when life gets hard, we ask God why. Why am I going through this? Why is this happening to me? But maybe the breakthrough isn’t in the why, but in the what.

What do You want to show me here, Lord?

What is my assignment in this moment?

What can I learn or how can I grow in this trial?

Paul and Silas didn’t wallow in self-pity in prison—they worshipped. And through their praise, God moved not just in their lives but in the life of the jailer and his whole household (Acts 16:25–34).

God doesn’t waste a season—He uses it. The question is, are we allowing Him to use us in it?

So today, if you’re facing hardship, confusion, or just silence—shift your questions. Don’t just ask why am I here? Ask how can I glorify You here, Lord?

“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

Sometimes the answer we seek is waiting on the other side of the right question.

Stay encouraged, stay focused, and stay available. 🙏

 

- Rev Carlos Figueroa