June 20

The world is passing away, along with its desires; but whoever does the will of God remains forever. — 1 John 2:17 BSB

God’s will is always best; it is always an expression of His divine love. A grieving wife stood beside her husband’s coffin and said to a friend, “There lies my husband, my only earthly support, my most faithful friend, who never once failed me. But I must not forget that there also lies the will of God, and that His will is perfect love.” By faith, she saw good and blessing in what appeared to be the end of her happiness. In truth, every dark providence that touches the life of a believer carries with it good and blessing. Our Father never means to harm us in anything He does or allows. His promise is, “I know the thoughts I think toward you . . . thoughts of peace.”