Daily Devotional: Our Father Knows Best
By Mark Waldrop

Scripture:
Romans 5:3-4
"And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience; And patience, experience; and experience, hope."

Reflection:
Life is filled with challenges that can test our faith and patience. Sometimes, we question why we face certain trials or why things don't go the way we expect. Yet, Romans 5:3-4 reminds us that our Heavenly Father knows best. Each hardship has a purpose, even if we can't see it right away. Tribulation teaches us patience, and through patience, we gain experience. This experience, in turn, strengthens our hope, a hope that is rooted in God’s perfect plan for our lives.

It’s in the struggle that we grow. Just as a muscle strengthens through resistance, our faith deepens as we endure life’s pressures. We may not understand every difficulty, but we can trust that God is using it to shape our character, build resilience, and draw us closer to Him. Each step prepares us for the next, and each trial is a stepping stone toward the hope that never disappoints.

Prayer:
Heavenly Father, thank You for Your wisdom and for the trials that shape us into who You want us to be. Help us to remember that every hardship has a purpose and that You are working through them for our good. Strengthen our patience, deepen our experience, and renew our hope in You daily. In Jesus' Name, Amen.

Thought for the Day:
Trust in the process, for your Father knows what is best for you—even when the path seems hard.