February 16 2025 —

 “This is good. That is bad.” We often think life is that simple. We believe we can assess a situation accurately and quickly determine if it is positive or negative. That’s hubris. As Jesus gathered followers, He taught them that His kingdom runs exactly opposite to the principles and priorities of the world. Therefore, much that we think is good is bad, and vice-versa.

If we want to accurately see the world, we need to have this epiphany. That which the world considers a blessing can often be a curse. Things like success and wealth and health can lead us away from our God. We become so enamored with those blessings that we forget about the Blesser.

Conversely, there are hidden blessings in what we would normally consider curses. When we fail, when we suffer, and when things don’t go our way, it forces us to put our trust in God and for our souls to be satisfied in Him. The reality is that perceived blessings can be cursed and perceived curses can be used by God for our blessing.