In moments of discouragement, significant personal growth can occur.

There was a period when I questioned the notion that God could work through me. Reflecting on my journey, I realise that my struggles in faith were in the areas I hadn't opened to Jesus. It was in these struggles that I truly understood my profound need for Him. Despite repeated disappointments and discouragement, I continued to persevere. God knew all my imperfections and weaknesses. I am thankful for His redemptive love, as He not only walks with us in our struggles but also mends our brokenness and guides us back to Himself.
God’s Word says His strength is made perfect in our weaknesses. I love how the Amplified bible says it,
“…My grace is sufficient for you [My loving kindness and my mercy are more than enough] - always available regardless of the situation]; for [My] power is being perfected [and shows itself more effectively] in [your] weakness.” Therefore, I will all the more gladly boast on my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ [may completely enfold me and] may dwell in me” (2 Corinthians 12:9) AMP Bible.
God works through weak and imperfect people. As we surrender to Him during our times of struggle, we can encounter His presence with us. The Scriptures encourage us, "He is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance" (2 Peter 3:9, NIV).
God knows the end from the beginning. God doesn’t just see only where we are right now. He sees what you can become and 'His plans for us are plans for good and not for disaster, to give us a future with hope' (Jeremiah 29:11). Therefore, let us "praise God for the glorious grace he has poured out on us who belong to his dear Son. He is so rich in kindness and grace that he purchased our freedom with the blood of his Son and forgave our sins" (Ephesians 1:6-7).
God has blessed us with 'wisdom and understanding' to endure in difficult times.
Be encouraged.
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