Everything happens for a reason

"Everything happens for a reason". I am sure everyone has heard this statement before. Whether they believe it is another matter entirely. I always wanted to believe that it was true but I was never entirely sure until now. Now I know without a doubt that this is true. And to think that I would never have this new belief system without all of the knowledge that I have gained in program.
I write about this tonight because I am struggling with what to do about a troublesome situation in my life. This situation has happened as a result of my poor choices made many years ago. I know that I can't change the past or my choices so in trying to find a solution to this problem, I will do the only thing that I know works: I will turn to God for guidance, strength, and hope to get me through. God will provide me with the answers I need and the peace during the process if I have faith and trust in Him.