I believe we all go through seasons in this life, and as much as we hate it sometimes, those seasons teach us lessons more times than not. 

We are so quick to talk about the goodness of God when we are in a season of undeniable favor, but what about the times when we feel like we can’t catch a break? Is God still good then? Of course He is! 

It’s so easy to fall into a negative mindset and “forget” the goodness of God when our prayers aren’t being answered. I’m ashamed to admit it, but I know I’ve done that a time or two. 

Daniel 3 tells us about how Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego are thrown into the fire. These 3 men knew that God was able to save them, but even if He didn’t they knew that God was still good. 

“If it be so, our God Whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace, and He will deliver us out of your hand, O king. But if not, bet it known unto you, O king, that we will not serve your gods, nor worship the golden image which you have set up.”

‭‭Daniel‬ ‭3‬:‭17‬-‭18‬ ‭

God is still good…. 

Even if you don’t pass that test. 

Even if that prayer isn’t answered. 

Even if you didn’t get that new job. 

Even if you’re still waiting in the hallway because the door hasn’t opened yet. 

God is still good regardless of your current situation or circumstances. 

Conditions can determine your trust in others….Conditions shouldn’t determine your trust in God.