If we knew in advance what was going to happen, we would typically try to avoid the difficulties of life. The likely result would be missing out on the tremendous blessings that come as a result of those challenges.

Vonna Laue was managing partner of a national CPA firm and in executive leadership at ECFA. She currently serves as a leader in TEAM and does additional consulting. She is a frequent conference speaker and serves on multiple boards including chairing the World Vision US board. Check out www.gladididntknow.com.