When you open your eyes each morning and greet the first ray of sunshine, what’s the first thing you do? For me, I like to start with a few gentle stretches while still lying in bed. Then, I slowly make my way to the window, pull back the curtains, and see what the weather has in store before turning on my phone to check messages and catch up on the latest news from around the world.

Current world news can feel quite depressing these days. The war between Russia and Ukraine is still ongoing, and there are no signs of a ceasefire in the Middle East. All eyes are on the U.S., which will welcome a new president in a week. There are still underlying tensions between China and Taiwan that are looming at the horizon. At the same time, many companies are either shutting down or laying off thousands of employees. Unprecedented floods have hit the U.S., while tropical storms have caused severe flooding and landslides across Asia. Fraud, looting, and scams are also in the rising. These international events may seem distant, but their ripple effects often shape our daily realities in ways we don’t immediately realize.

Maybe you’re going through something right now that makes you question God. Do you catch yourself thinking: “I don’t understand why God hasn’t healed me from this illness. Why did He allow my loved one to be taken away? I’ve tried to live faithfully, so why am I still facing so many struggles? Why is God silent when I need Him most? Why aren’t my prayers being answered? Why are the blessings I so desperately need taking so long to arrive? Does God even care anymore?

Don’t be afraid to bring your tough questions to God. In the Book of Job, Job questioned God directly about his intense suffering and misfortunes, even though he had lived righteously before Him. In the end, Job learned that God is sovereign and that complete trust in Him is essential. Similarly, in the Book of Habakkuk, the prophet wrestled with why God seemed silent in the face of injustice and violence. Eventually, Habakkuk responded in faith, recognizing that we can trust God, for His everlasting love never fails. I find the following verses from the Book of Isaiah especially thought-provoking.

“Guard, how much longer before daylight?” From my guard post, I answered, “Morning will soon be here, but night will return. If you want to know more, come back later.” (Isaiah 21:11-12, CEV)

Morning is coming, but so is the night. Set against the emotional backdrop of a watchman’s duties—restlessness, anxiety from the endless wait, and the constant need for diligence and perseverance—this passage touches on a deeper, hidden emotion: a profound sigh over the certainty that dawn will come, but only after a long and uncertain period of darkness and waiting. The prophet Isaiah’s words encourage us not to give up, for morning will come, even though we are still in the night. Keep seeking the Lord, and remember that all the times we live in are held in His hands. God knows our trials and difficulties, and in His perfect time, He will bring everything together according to His glorious plan.

Though wars rage, crisis unfold, and disasters strike the world, in this moment, there is sunshine, blooming flowers, and birdsong. Embrace the moment—make it yours, make it meaningful.

“Though the fig tree should not blossom, nor fruit be on the vines, the produce of the olive fail and the fields yield no food, the flock be cut off from the fold and there be no herd in the stalls, yet I will rejoice in the Lord; I will take joy in the God of my salvation” (Habakkuk 3:17-18).