God in the Pain

Wondering how many of us who have gone through incredibly hard things that are out of our control have ever thought this about God: "Then just let me ask you one thing: Why, WHY did He do this to me? What did I do to deserve this?"

The beautiful answer in response touched my soul: "Nothing! You've done nothing. This is not a punishment. God hasn't done this to you. God didn't set this journey in motion. He's just as angry as you are that you have to walk this road. But He promises you this: He will walk this road with you and He will be there for you when you reach the end of it. God LOVES you!" (Touched by an Angel, Season 2, Episode 7, "Reunion").

Since Hope's death, I tend to move cautiously into new years because I know that difficult experiences are possible. But it makes a difference to know that God is with me and He is for me, not against me. He is for you, too.