Today’s Reading: 2 Corinthians 3; 2 Corinthians 4; 2 Corinthians 5; 2 Corinthians 6
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:16-18
16 Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day. 17 For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. 18 So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.
Observation: I love this passage. Paul highlights the distinction between what is visible, the outward struggles and difficulties, and what is invisible, the inward growth and blessings. And he makes the point that while we may struggle with "light and momentary afflictions" (as the King James Version puts it), they cannot compare to the true and lasting value of the "eternal glory" that God is instilling in us through the process. And best of all, the outer stuff, the stuff we see and struggle with, is temporary -- while the inner stuff, the unseen stuff, is eternal. It is who we are forever.
Application: Be encouraged! We will not always struggle. And even the struggles we face each day are accomplishing an eternal goal that makes it all worthwhile. Don't give up! Don't give in! Keep working for the payoff in eternity. It is absolutely worth it!
Prayer: Thank You, Heavenly Father, that You are doing a work in my life, even through the trials and testings and difficult things I face. Help me to always remember that there is a divine purpose of destiny that is being accomplished in my life. And help me to stay faithful and focused through it all. May I please You with the way I live in diligence and perseverance for my strengthening and for Your glory.
This I pray in Jesus’ name, Amen.
1 comment:
So true! This life is but a testing ground to hone and sharpen our spiritual strength and abilities. Our struggles will make us stronger if we take the right view of them.
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