Have you ever realized how easy it is to focus on the pains of the past? Celebrating the joys requires much more intention than lamenting the failures.

After facing a terrifying year, the Jews didn’t settle for a fearful existence (Esther 9:17–32). They celebrated! They established Purim, a festival to honor God’s deliverance.

Pastor Chuck Swindoll invites us to create our own monuments from trials—reminders to learn, grow, and give thanks. Learn how to transform your struggles into stepping-stones of faith and gratitude.