Today as I was out running some errands, I was thinking of difficult
situations we currently are facing….family issues that I don’t wish to air
here. But of course, family issues are
those which can be most painful and cause sleepless nights. Last night, I was still staring at the
ceiling at 2:20 AM. I stirred long
enough to see the clock at 4:30 and then woke up at 7:30 and couldn’t get back
to sleep. Lots on my mind.
I was discussing things with the Lord while I was driving
this morning, and I thought of the statement by Paul in I Corinthians 15:19...If in this life only we have hope in Christ,
we are of all men most miserable.
I do understand what he means, but I also think the reverse
is true. If I only have hope of heaven,
what am I to do now in order to get through the difficulties of life? If I don’t have the presence of Christ now, I
am also quite miserable.
I did not accept Christ as my personal Savior and the Lord
of my life just to escape hell and have assurance of eternity with Him. I expected His presence to begin immediately,
and of course, it did. With each
troublesome situation in life, there is an assurance of His love and care for
me. I believe He intends all things for
my ultimate good….even when they may seem in the moment to be “bad.”
Two days ago, I read II Chronicles 16:9 For the
eyes of the Lord range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts
are fully committed to him.
Now there is a wonderful promise. God’s eyes are constantly scanning the earth
purposefully looking for those who desire to serve Him and providing them with
strength. I have hope both now and for
eternity and no reason to be miserable.
I may be tired, but I’m not miserable.
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