Trials

You know those sayings that talk about not judging people because you don't know what their journey is all about or treating everyone as if they're going through something tough, because they probably are? I've been reflecting on that the last few days because I've seen evidence of this in people around me. Here are some of the trials I see others going through:

• Infertility
• Suicide of a loved one
• Weight loss struggles
• Unemployment
• Infidelity
• Loneliness
• Indecision
• Long distance love

I could go on and on. Now, I know you're not supposed to compare yourself to others, but compared to some of the trials I see people going through, I have it pretty good! That sounds awful, but what I mean is that it puts everything into perspective for me. I really respect people for the trials I see them experience. We all have things we go through. Some people seem to get more than their fair share of problems, while others seem to have it pretty good (which of course, we don't know that for sure...). 

It makes me so grateful for the Gospel. I know that the Lord knows what everyone is going through and if we let him, he will succor us and help us get through whatever it is. Everything works out for the best, if we trust in Him and his timing. We will also come out on the other end better, stronger, wiser and closer to the person He wants us to be if we let Him mold us. 

If you're going through something, turn to the Lord. If you know of someone going through something tough, pray for them. In all circumstances, trust in Him.