2 Corinthians 4:17
17 For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all.
No one ever wants to call their troubles light. But in Paul's letter to the Corinthians, the truth remains that our spirit man will long outlast our natural man. If we are believers in Jesus Christ, our eternal home is not here and is far more beautiful. So the troubles that we endure here, though difficult, will seem like a drop in the bucket. It's like the obstacle course on TV called "Wipeout". The contestants are trying to complete an obstacle course risking getting knocked down, falling over, etc for a grand prize at the end. For us, that obstacle course is our earthly life. We are going through every obstacle course to strengthen and stretch our minds and spiritual man. It's for us to be prepared for the wonderful gift the Lord has waiting for us in the second half of our journey. The obstacle course is only temporary. Not only will it pass but there's something greater beyond the wipeout.
Be encouraged!! It's all for your growth be it God's perfect will or imperfect will.
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