Temporary Trials

The WORD today (see http://usccb.org/bible/readings/030314.cfm) assures us that trials are temporary, yet it brings eternal rewards.

Looking at the world, we see that a lot of wicked people prosper. Those corrupt, abusive and evil people seem to be rewarded. They prosper in the world, attaining wealth, power and glory. However, those who do good and try to follow God does not seem to be rewarded. The first reading exhorts us:

rejoice, although now for a little while you may have to suffer through various trials, so that the genuineness of your faith, more precious than gold that is perishable even though tested by fire, may prove to be for praise, glory, and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ.

There you go. Makes sense, right? As we experience challenges, trials and problems because of our faith, because of following God, we know that these things will strengthen us, will strengthen our faith, and we will be able to praise, honor and glorify God more. And this will eventually lead to our eternal reward - when we spend eternity with Him.

Father God,

Thank you for today. Thank you for another week. Thank you for the reminder and exhortation. Lord, as I experience challenges for you, may I remain faithful and focused on you. I surrender, Lord. Use me for your greater glory. Amen.

Blessed week!

In Christ,

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