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…But the one who endures to the end will be saved. – Mark 13:13
When trying times comes, we have to remember to look for the positive. It is sometimes hard to keep that positive attitude going, believe me, we all have meltdowns. And I’ve had those times, I watched with great envy at the kids rolling on the floor crying, wishing I could do the same.
Jesus tells the disciples that hardship is part of following him.
In the passage from this morning’s scripture, Jesus is telling the disciples of the trouble that will follow them because of His name. Yet, he gives them the encouragement to endure these difficulties, for the promise remains, you will be saved.
Right now, I’m hopeful for salvation to come. I know and am secured in my salvation that is from the Lord, but I believe too, in a salvation that will come from this current crisis. And though these days apart are difficult, I’m praying for your safety and salvation as well.
Today’s encouraging word comes from my wife (whose birthday is tomorrow, March 30). After we shared a hard day of laboring in the yard, she wrote this:
I continue to remind myself to look on the bright side during all of this. I have always had a tendency to worry and stress about things out of my control, but then God shows up with wonderful 80 degree weather. We were able to clear out lots of brush from our back yard while the kids played with chalk, bubbles, and water. I am thankful for the reminders to take it day by day.
Thank you church family for your prayers for Sam and our family. We look forward to the day we can be back together again! – Samantha Ward
May we have a “bright side” kind of day, by the glory and grace of God.
Grace & Peace,
Sam