Day 83

1 Peter 4:12-13 ~ “Friends, when life gets really difficult, don't jump to the conclusion that God isn't on the job. Instead, be glad that you are in the very thick of what Christ experienced. This is a spiritual refining process, with glory just around the corner.” (The Message)

I’m going to cut to the chase and remind you today not to be surprised that you are going through rough times, it happens…it’s a part of the plan. Instead of questioning God and asking Him, “why me Lord?” to which He answers, “why NOT you?” you should be glad to “suffer” as Christ did. Don’t allow the enemy to coax you into believing that God has forgotten you or that He’s punishing you. Your trials and tribulations come to make you stronger, and you can’t get to “the place called there” without them. I encourage you to be glad today, and everyday, to be able to experience things just as Jesus did. Just think of all He went through and He had NEVER sinned, unlike us. They lied on Him, the beat Him, they spit on Him, they crucified Him. In the end, He came out on top…and so will you!