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John 11:4

Jesus saw what no one else could — a bigger purpose behind the pain. What looked like tragedy was actually a stage for God's glory.

Memory phrase: God can use hard things for glory.

Talk about it: Have you ever seen something bad turn into something good? What happened?

Prayer: God, when hard things happen, help me trust that You have a bigger plan I cannot yet see.

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