Glory

Good Morning,

Romans 8:18 (NIV)
I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us.

When I read this verse of Scripture I realize that I, unlike many millions of people on this planet, have a promise that I can rely upon and that those who don't know the Lord simply do NOT have. There will come the day, the time, when the glory that we experience will far outweigh any suffering or pain that we experience while we live this human existence. Maybe, and this is my own personal thinking here, just maybe, those who suffer and hurt the most will reap and know the greatest glory.

Yesterday we spoke of the promises that God has given us concerning His plans and purposes in our lives. The fact that He HAS plans for us and that one reason Jesus came to this earth was so that we would have life to the fullest. As we said yesterday, though, even with these promises from God, that doesn't mean we won't have to face trials, troubles, suffering, pain, and difficulty in our lives.

Today we read yet another of God's wonderful promises. That, of course, is the fact that what awaits will wipe out all of those trials, troubles, sufferings, pains, and difficulties we might be facing...even today.

Simply put, let's not forget that what we go through now is temporary and passing. The reward that awaits is eternal...forever.

Love, peace, and blessings,

David