“Why me?” How often have you ever heard someone say this during difficult times in his or her life? Have we ever been guilty of saying this? Adversity does not care if you are a good person, a good employee, a good student, etc., tough times are imminent at some point. What type of attitude do we have when we face adversity? Do we have a self-pity attitude and say, “Why me?” or do we put our trust in God and persevere?

It might be a natural reaction to question why we are going through a particular situation. Reality is that questioning will not help. Jesus says in Matthew 11:28-30 says, “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”

When we put our trust where it needs to be, it will benefit us all. 1 Peter 5:10 says, “And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you.” 

Our attitude will be a factor in facing adversity. A positive mindset can make a difference. Instead of asking, “Why me?” we should respond by going to God in prayer and asking for the strength to overcome any obstacle.