Words of Encouragement
June - 25 - 2006
I remember the old Corrie ten Boom phrase, "Thank God for the fleas." If you remember, the fleas kept the German soldiers out of the barracks in the Jewish concentration camp where she was imprisoned. This allowed her to minister and visit with those who were being persecuted. There she could show and share Jesus. Even in the worst of suffering, God can bring blessings through those who know that life's goal is character, not comfort.
Let us read Romans 5:3-5.
3 And not only that, but we also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance;
4 and perseverance, character; and character, hope.
5 Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us.Let us go to our heavenly Father in prayer.
Mighty God, we confess that we get impatient and frustrated with difficulty, pain, and suffering. Please give us more compassion and a better listening ear, so that we may bless those who need your love and grace. Give us the strength to find joy in the difficulties of breaking through the barriers Satan places in the way to keep others from Jesus.
In our Savior's name we pray.
Amen.