“And David said, what have I now done?
Is there not a cause?” — 1 Sam. 17:29

Nothing just happens. There is always the law of action and reaction.
Every situation and challenge that comes our way is for a purpose. We are all prophetic beings fulfilling God’s plan directly for ourselves and indirectly for others. This is the reason why a believer should not depend on fate or luck.

Most of the time, when things go wrong, we tend to point the accusing finger at somebody else or think it is God’s plan for us, or worse still, develop deep condemnation and allow the devil to capitalize on our ignorance of God’s word concerning our situation.

“And Jesus passed by, he saw a man which was blind from his birth. And his disciples asked him, saying, Master, who did sin, this man or his parents, that he was born blind?
Jesus answered, neither hath this man sinned, nor his parents, but that the works of God should be made manifest in him.” — John 9:1-3

The man mentioned in this passage was not blind because of his sin or the sins of his parents, but that the works of God might be manifested in his life. How would you know that Jesus could heal the blind if there were no blind ones? How would you know that Jesus could raise the dead if men like Lazarus did not die? How would they know the abilities of God if you don’t pass through this seemingly odd situation? Jesus said his condition is for the works of God to be made manifest in his life, just like Lazarus’ case.

“When Jesus heard that, he said, This sickness is not unto death, but for the glory of God, that the Son of God might be glorified thereby.” — John 11:4

Not all contrary conditions are a product of sin. You don’t necessarily have to sin for things to appear odd. It was not Job’s sin that brought his affliction. Joseph finding himself as a houseboy and later as a prisoner was not because of his sin but rather for his righteousness.

The devil’s intention during your toughest season is to knock you down with condemnation and rejection. You must learn how to fight condemnation and rejection with God’s word, as they are strategic weapons of the enemy to keep you from moving forward.

Part of our success and breakthrough package includes trials and tribulations. They are phases we must pass through to reach our destination. You will never enter the promised land without crossing the Red Sea and passing through the wilderness. You will never get to the throne like Joseph without a transit at Potiphar’s house and very likely a delay in the prison. They are part of our destiny package.

“Moreover whom he did predestinate, them he also called, and whom he called, them he also justified; and whom he justified, them he also glorified.” — Rom. 8:30

When things go wrong because of your stand for the truth or because of reasons unknown to you, it is for a purpose: that God may be glorified. Joseph never dreamed of being a houseboy, much less being a prisoner, but all these were necessary for the dream to be fulfilled.

You must develop the lifestyle of praising and thanking God. It is part of God’s will for us to give thanks to Him (1 Thess. 5:18). Thanksgiving creates an atmosphere of love around you.

You must also know that God is aware of your predicament and that He is present with you in the situation.

“But the path of the just is as the shining light, that shineth more and more unto the perfect day.” — Prov. 4:18

Believe that your steps are ordered. Let your confession be strong according to God’s word. The consciousness of God’s promises for your life will knock off all forms of condemnation.

One strong key you must apply when things go wrong is maximizing that situation. Take advantage of every situation and location you find yourself in.

“Strength comes when you refuse to admit that you are down.”

“And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee, for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ’s sake: for when I am weak, then am I strong.” — 2 Cor. 12:9-10

Like Paul, learn to take pleasure in your weaknesses. Strength comes when you refuse to admit that you are down.

Jesus is in that situation with you. The presence of God followed Joseph to Potiphar’s house and even to the prison. He was jailed with Jesus. You are not likely to come out of that predicament if Jesus is not there with you. He is the ultimate deliverer; accepting Him into your life is the first key to your victory.

Your trying period is not your final destination. You still have a glorious season ahead. THIS is your DAY.