A Message of Hope in Troubled Times
The prophet Isaiah gives us hope beyond the present adversity and a vision of the future when the Lord of Lords will reign in justice and truth. Meanwhile, we need to look to the scripture to understand God’s view on persevering through times of adversity. God did not promise his followers a life of ease, but rather he gives us the hope of the strength and wisdom to make good decisions in times of trouble. Jesus’ Olivet prophecy, and his instructions to his disciples provide a snapshot of the kind of trouble we will need to face. But God also provides hope and encouragement for the present and promises of a bright future for those who trust in him.
When God Allows Adversity
Job’s example provides a powerful lesson about coping with adversity, its source and how we should deal with the challenges that are forced upon us. Job suffered in multiple ways:ill health, grief of loss, judgmental ‘friends’ and unsupportive family. But he persevered through every adversity and was stedfast in his loyalty to God, and God was faithful in strengthening Job.
God allows adversity for many reasons, and those who follow Christ’s lead will not escape the troubles that come from living in a world under Satan’s sway. But just as Christ was perfected through suffering, so we can grow in spiritual maturity and be better able to comfort our brethren. Consider the advice that the scriptures provide so we can face adversity with persistence, and persevere in times of trouble.
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