We have to learn to lean into life as something beautiful even if it is not exactly what we expected. Trusting that God works all things together for the good despite the challenges we face is a gift of worship we give to God. Acceptance with humility must eventually come to each of us if we are to please God. And He can use our unique combination of circumstances — even the difficult ones — for our good and His glory.

If we embrace our unique puzzle of life, we will find wholeness. As we look to God to slowly figure out how to put the pieces together, we will see a beautiful picture emerge. Our stories lived faithfully will become our glory — the place where He builds messages, provides answers to prayer, and teaches wisdom.

Read more about this in my book, Different.