Charles Stanley - Walking With God Through the Dark Times

There are dark times each one of us experiences when we're overwhelmed and don't know what to do. We want to give up—quit—because the pain is so intense and we can't see a way out of it. Are you in such a dark time right now? God will comfort your hurts, calm your fears, and give you great hope if you will trust in Him.

We all experience challenges in our lives. Often they are connected to relationships, finances, family, health, or career. It’s sometimes difficult to understand why these trials have occurred. In these times, we may feel overwhelmed, confused, hopeless, and helpless.

When we’re in the midst of trials, it is not possible to comprehend all God plans to accomplish through our difficulties. Scripture assures us that He has our best interest in mind and will work through even the dark times for our good.

It is vital to understand the difference between walking in darkness and walking through darkness. As believers, we do not live in the darkness of sin (Colossians 1:13). However, to refine us and help us become all He wants us to be, the Lord allows His children to encounter certain hardships and trials. In the story of Joseph, found in Genesis 37-39, we discover six principles by which to operate in challenging times.