The trials of life are closely connected with our salvation, and how these light afflictions worked out for us “a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory.
Text for the day: “For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory; While we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen: for the things which are seen are temporal; but the things which are not seen are eternal.” 2 Corinthians 4:17-18
Our Devotional
Today is Christmas in many parts of the world. On this day many will reflect on the gift of God in sending us Salvation through His son Jesus Christ the Lord. He came the Bible says to set the captive free. Free from pain and suffering, and free from shame and sin. To many, 2014 has been a challenging year. It doesn't matter who you are or where you come from, we have all had our challenges this year.
Just ask the Governments of the world, Councils, managements, professionals, non-professionals, the rich, the poor, the haves, and the have-not. One thing we have all learned this year is that there is no safety in men but God.
Just ask the Governments of the world, Councils, managements, professionals, non-professionals, the rich, the poor, the haves, and the have-not. One thing we have all learned this year is that there is no safety in men but God.
I have learned over the years that when one's mind is made up, great things can be done. It is said that, “this diminishes fear; knowing what must be done does away with fear.” – Rosa Parks
In 2 Corinthians 4:17-18 the Apostle Paul reminds the believers in Jesus Christ that it doesn't matter what you or your love one is going through. You must hold on. For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory; while we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen: for the things which are seen are temporal; but the things which are not seen are eternal.
In other words, "This affliction (this slight distress of the passing hour) or (slight trouble of the passing hour) is ever more and more abundantly preparing and producing and achieving for us an everlasting weight of glory [beyond all measure, excessively surpassing all comparisons and all calculations, a vast and transcendent glory and blessedness never to cease!],
If Paul, was troubled on every side, perplexed, and persecuted, and yet could call his trials light afflictions, of what has the Christian of today to complain? How trifling are our trials in comparison with Paul’s many afflictions! They are not worthy to be compared with the eternal weight of glory awaiting the overcomer.
We must see them as God’s workmen, ordained for the perfection of character. I have learned through all this, “However great the deprivation and suffering of us, be it physically, mentally, or otherwise. However dark, and inscrutable may seem the way of the hand of the Great Physician toward us in this test. We are to rejoice in the Lord. "And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose." Romans 8:28
Lastly, I would like you to join me in prayer for those around the who have suffered great lose this year, but are still holding on to their faith. In the coming year may our attitude, appreciation with a heart of love and kindness be open more to the needs of the needy. On a scale of one to ten, and the power of the manifestation of the problems in 2014 were about a seven and a half, which was unprecedented and unpredictable. Today we take this time to celebrate all who put their hand froth to help a family, or someone, this pass year. May your reward be in Heaven when Jesus comes.
If you’re going through a moment of headship today, my advice to you is to hold on. Because the hardship that you are called upon to encounter today will help you succeed tomorrow. Always remember that whatever you’re going through it’s not about you, it’s about Gods will through you.
Click on to the song of the day: “All about you” - Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship International Ministry of Worship
Ø Today is Love God more Day in every way.
Our Prayer for today:
Father, may you accept my worship today in Jesus name. Amen.
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Prayer Request:
- I am seeking prayer for our daughter Kevina today. The need is total healing of her body and that God would keep her mind stayed on Him. Since last week she has made some big steps as to sitting on the side of her bed. She is walking around her bed. Yesterday Kevina made her biggest walk in a week and a half by walking from her bed to her door in her room. Then when the Physical therapists asked if she would like to walk further, she said, “YES!” All I am saying at this point is, “God is good!” Today when we got to the hospital room, all we could see was smiles and the news that Kevina had walked halfway around the ward. We are all happy for what our eyes have seen of the Lords’ mercy. In a few days’ time they (the hospital) are looking at moving her to Spaulding Rehab Center but they are waiting on a bed. This rehab center is run by Mass. General Hospital. Pray that Kevina will be able to move before Monday. Special thanks going out to all the prayer warriors for their continual prayers.
- The family of Mr. James is asking for prayer for healing of his sickness.
- Let us pray for Elizabeth Scott who is in Mass. General Hospital.
- May we take a minute during our Christmas meal to say a prayer for all Homeless
- Prayer is needed for all leaders around the world today as we move into a new year with new challenges.
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"And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, who are the called according to His purpose." Romans 8:28
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Today is a great day to praise the LORD for the things He is doing around the world through all types of ministries. Although the work of spreading the gospel in different countries is moving ahead by human hands, it is not advancing as it should. Yet, that which has been accomplished affords reason for gratitude and grounds for encouragement.
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Garden Ministry is a Devotional by Chaplain Kevin Santucci of Bermuda.
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