Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

So often, I get fixated on how I think God should save me from my woes. I forget, that in the midst of my troubles, God has already saved me through Christ, and that he continues to rescue me. I just can't see it because I already have a such a defined idea of what relief will look like. In fact, I forget that my suffering might be the very path to relief. We all share in the cross of Christ - that is the only way to redemption. So this morning, I remember that no matter how dismal things may seem, God will provide. It may look different than I expected, but it will far surpass the breadth of my imagination.