…”Trust God, no matter what it looks like”.
Looking back, I can now see how everything I went through—the loss, the pain (mental, emotional, physical, even spiritual), the heartbreak—was not meant to destroy me but to prepare me for the life God had planned for me. A year ago, I couldn’t see it. I felt like my world was crumbling, one piece at a time. I was trying to live right for many years and I felt as though I was being punished for that. Financial struggles followed right after and weighed me down. A medical condition left me vulnerable and revealed the true colors of those around me. Unfortunate events kept piling on, one after another. I felt cursed. But now, I know the truth: God was in the midst of it all.
When I felt most alone, God was moving. He was working behind the scenes, cleaning house. He removed people and things from my life that meant harm to me, even if I didn’t understand it at the time (some of it I still don’t understand). What I thought was a breakdown was really a breakthrough. God was preparing me for a spiritual transformation, and though it hurt, it was necessary.
In my lowest moments, He sent people I didn’t even know cared about me—angels in disguise perhaps. They came out of nowhere to help me, showing me the value God sees in me, even when I couldn’t see it myself. Slowly, I realized that the chaos wasn’t random; it was part of God’s plan to shift my life around for the better.
A year ago, I was still trying to control what was left of my life not even understanding what went wrong; still I tried to figure it all out on my own. But God placed me in a position where I had no choice but to let go and trust Him. I stopped relying on my limited understanding and started trusting in His infinite wisdom.
Proverbs 3:5-6 says it perfectly:
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight.”
God’s ways are higher than ours (Isaiah 55:8-9). Even when life feels like it’s falling apart, He is working all things together for our good (Romans 8:28). Looking back now, I see how He was orchestrating everything to lead me into a new season of blessings, growth and purpose. A real life around people who value me for me.
Trusting God in Hard Times
When everything goes wrong, it’s hard to see beyond the moment or the pain. But that’s exactly when God’s presence is strongest. Psalm 34:18 reminds us:
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
Even Job, who lost everything—his family, wealth and his health—held onto his faith in God. Job 13:15, says:
”Though He slay me, yet will I trust Him.”
That kind of trust, even in the face of unimaginable loss, pleases God. Job’s story reminds us that while suffering is inevitable, God never leaves us in it. He has a plan to restore us. I can vouch for that. Job 42:10 reveals the outcome of Job’s faith:
”The Lord restored his fortunes and gave him twice as much as he had before.”
Trusting God Brings Transformation
When I surrendered my entire life and my plans to God—placing Him in the center—He started to transform my heart and my circumstances. I was no longer hurting. I was hoping in Him. He shifted my perspective and gave me peace, even in the storm. Philippians 4:6-7 says:
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requisitions to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
I also learned that trusting God doesn’t mean life will be easy. That was part of the reason things around me started falling apart; because I was seeking a deeper relationship with God. But, we don’t have to face life alone. God fights for us (Exodus 14:14) and strengthens us in our weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9-10). If we abide in Him, He will abide in us; never forsaking us.
I Encourage You to Trust God
To anyone reading this who feels like their life is crumbling to pieces: don’t give up. Trust God even when it feels impossible. You must have the faith of a child for God (your Father) in order to make it through your trial. Know that He is working, even in the silence. Praise Him and sing as the storm travels through! His timing is perfect, and His plans for you are good, I promise you!
Jeremiah 29:11 declares:
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plan to give hope and a future.”
God is faithful. He will carry you through the fire and use it to refine you (Isaiah 43:2, Zechariah 13:9). Trust Him, even when everything seems dark. He is the light that will guide you through.
If I could tell myself anything a year ago, it would be this:
”Trust God, no matter what. He’s got you, even if no one else does! And He’ll send you people who will too.”
Thanks for stopping through.
I pray many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many many blessings over you,
xoxo
Rosalyn Rose