I am always amazed by the gamut of emotions I go through during tests and trials of life. First, intense sadness or sometimes anger envelops my heart, mind and soul. After this, the confusion sets in. Confusion over why or what has caused tribulation, and then doubt that any good could possibly come from this intense suffering. Confusion and doubt bring about fear. Fear of the unknown, fear of losing someone, fear of obstacles that lay ahead. When that fear overwhelms me, the only next possible solution I have is to trust in God. Complete trust. That, what is being experienced right now is for a specific reason and part of God's awesome plan for my life. Even though it may not seem right or feel right to rejoice, I know that this is what I must do. God encourages and enables me daily to move past the hurts of life and keep seeking His kingdom! I must remember that this life is temporary. The Bible tells us that when his glory is revealed after trial, we will be "glad" with abundant "joy." Oh, how I would love to say that I am experiencing this right now as I go through such troubling times in my life, but I do know that this is all a part of His plan for me, and with that, I rest my life in His hands, and praise him evermore. Bless our mighty Jesus!
1 Peter 4:12-13: "Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you: But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ's sufferings; that, when his glory shall be revealed, ye may be glad also with exceeding joy."
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