Dear Readers~
As I sat down to write this update, I struggled with what I should
entitle it. I like to stay positive and upbeat my posts whenever I can to
instill hope whenever possible. But sometimes it gets tiring. Like many of my
readers, I have been saddened by the events surrounding the capital and its
aftermath. I refuse to go into politics on this page, but I will say this. We
certainly need God now more than ever.
During my education, I have read about riots and disagreements among
parties; but never in my wildest dreams did I think something like that would
happen in my lifetime. Now that it has, I am reminded once again of God's
infinite truth and peace- giving message of John 16:33. In this passage Jesus
once again tries to remind his disciples of His impending death on the cross
for all of humanity and those who choose to believe in Him. In the verse, Jesus
says, "I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In
this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”'
Throughout this chapter, Jesus is open and honest about the struggles the
disciples (as well as all Christians) will face after his death; however,
because of the resurrection there is still hope. In this verse, Jesus is trying
to prepare his disciples for two questions they will face: whose they are and where the foundation of their faith
comes from.
What's the answer to both of those questions?
I am a child of God (in Jesus Christ); I am trusting in the fact He
Overcame!
He has overcome and I need not worry about anything else. Yes, I know there
will be more obstacles to get through in the future, but I am constantly
reminding myself that this is not my home…
Though earth is quite beautiful, I
am just a person passing through on my way to be with the Lord.
I belong with Him
One day, He will come back and take
me home to be with Him. Everything else won’t matter; only the things I’ve done
for Him will last…
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*Verses used in this blog were:
1.) John 16:33
2.) 1 Corinthians 3: 13-15
