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From Mourning to Morning

    Like I said yesterday, Jesus' pain and suffering on the cross was not for nothing. The same goes for us in our lives, the pain and suffering we endure lasts only a season, and it strengthens us for the future. The day Jesus paid for our sins on the cross bought us an eternity of life in paradise. Even though it wasn't easy for Him to endure, it was well worth it to Him to save those whom He loves.

    If you are going through a rough time right now, do not  be dismayed. It is only a season and it is not meant to last forever. Tough times grow our trust in the Lord and our knowledge of His love for us. He wants to draw us nearer and nearer to Him and He can use difficult circumstances to woo us to Him. Remember that it isn't His will to let us suffer our whole lives! He will come through and bring restoration to our situation.

    Be encouraged and trust in His timing. This will not last forever! And it does not compare that the joy that is coming for those who don't waver and who follow Jesus through to the end. He has a plan and a purpose for whatever you are going through. Maybe something He is leading you through will speak to others and lead them to know Him as well.


Psalm 30:5 For his anger lasts only a moment, but his favor lasts a lifetime! Weeping may last through the night, but joy comes with the morning. (NLT)

 Psalm 126:5 Those who sow with tears will reap with songs of joy. (NIV)

2 Corinthians 4:17 For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. (NIV)

Psalm 118:1 Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his love endures forever. (NIV)

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