Trials and Tribulations: Trusting God When the World Turns Against You

Encouraging Her Resilience Women’s Devotional

Scripture Focus

“But the Lord is faithful; he will strengthen you and guard you from the evil one.”

— 2 Thessalonians 3:3 (NLT)

Devotional Message

Sisters, let’s be real — life will not always treat you fairly. There will be moments when you are falsely accused, when people judge your character without knowing your heart, when systems rise up against you, and when it feels like the enemy has unleashed everything in hell to destroy you. I know this because I’ve lived it.

I know what it feels like to be painted as something I am not. I know the sting of false allegations, the fear of waking up to harassment, the crushing weight of being judged for lies instead of truth. I know the nights when sleep won’t come because anxiety chokes you and fear grips your heart. I know the tears that fall when you’ve done everything right, yet people twist it into something wrong.

But I also know this: what the enemy meant for evil, God will turn for good (Genesis 50:20).

When I cared for Yasuhiro, I gave my heart and soul. I trained him daily, encouraged him to walk again, restored his dignity, and reminded him that his life still mattered. I secured a home for him, fully furnished with every belonging he asked for — a sanctuary where he could live in peace. Yet, instead of honoring the truth, lies rose up against me. The system stripped him away, called me a criminal, and tried to bury the work God had done through me.

Maybe you’ve been there too. Maybe you’ve been lied on. Maybe people have accused you of things you never did. Maybe the system told you that you weren’t enough, or life knocked you down so hard you didn’t think you’d ever get back up.

Here’s the truth you need to hold onto: your faith is your anchor.

When false allegations come, don’t let them define you. Let God defend you. When people whisper lies, let God speak the truth. When the storm rages, hold on to the Rock that cannot be moved. The same God who allowed Joseph to be falsely accused but later elevated him to power is the same God working behind the scenes in your life. The same God who allowed Daniel to be thrown into the lions’ den but kept him unharmed is the same God surrounding you.

How to Stand Firm When the Enemy Attacks

Stay Grounded in God’s Word

The enemy will try to shake your faith, but Scripture is your weapon. When lies rise up, speak the truth of God: “No weapon formed against me shall prosper” (Isaiah 54:17).

Surrender the Battle to the Lord

You don’t have to prove yourself to everyone. Let God fight for you. Exodus 14:14 reminds us, “The Lord himself will fight for you. Just stay calm.”

Guard Your Heart

Refuse to let bitterness, anger, or revenge take root. The enemy wants you to lash out, but God calls you to rise above. Trust Him to vindicate you.

Remember Who You Are

You are not defined by lies or by your past. You are a daughter of the King. When people accuse, remind yourself of Romans 8:31: “If God is for us, who can ever be against us?”

A Word of Encouragement

My sisters, when you face trials and tribulations, you are not alone. You may feel misunderstood, targeted, or abandoned, but heaven is standing with you. Every tear you cry, God counts. Every sleepless night, He sees. Every false word spoken against you, He hears. And He promises to turn it all for your good.

Hold on. Don’t give up. Keep the faith. What the enemy is using to try and break you, God is using to build you. Trust Him. Surrender to Him. And watch Him transform the very pain meant to destroy you into the testimony that sets you free.

Closing Prayer

Father, I thank You for being my defender when the world comes against me. When false accusations rise, let me trust You as my shield. Strengthen my heart when I feel weak, and remind me that You alone are in control. Help me to surrender every trial into Your hands, knowing that You will bring good out of what the enemy meant for harm. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Affirmation for Today

“I will not be shaken by lies or false accusations. God is my defender, my strength, and my refuge. What the enemy meant for evil, my God is turning for my good.”