Do you ever feel like you catch every cold that comes down the pike? That has been me this fall/winter. It could be the weather, the people I am around on a regular basis (mostly children), my allergies, a combination of the three and my personal habits. However, I hope that my immune system is growing stronger.
In the same way, God wants us to grow stronger. It may take some rough times to get you to the point of growth and strength. In Acts 20:19 Luke reminds us of Paul's trials and how his endurance has aided him.
I have done the Lord’s work humbly and with many tears. I have endured the trials that came to me from the plots of the Jews. Acts 20:19 NLT
Peter gives us hope of eternal life in
1 Peter 1:6 NLT -
So be truly glad. There is wonderful joy ahead, even though you have to endure many trials for a little while.
In reading this I am reminding myself that being sick and trials are a part of our human existance. It is easy to praise God when all is going well, but I have to ask myself "Do I love God even in the trials (the valley) or just when I am on the mountain top? I am currently not so sure if I like the answer.
