I don’t always tuck a verse into my memory because it holds precious promises or inspires greater faith or challenges me to live up to my calling as a disciple of Jesus Christ.
Sometimes I hide it away for one simple reason.
I need to know it.
I need to know that fiery ordeals are not “something strange.” I need to know that trials should not come as a surprise. I need to know that troubles happen as a natural part of life.
Some days, I need to know it more than others.