Reflections on peace - p18

Suffering will end  - 1 Peter 1:6-7.

'In all this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in all kinds of trials. These have come so that the proven genuineness of your faith—of greater worth than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory and honor when Jesus Christ is revealed.' - 1 Peter 1:6-7

Suffering will end.

But the New Creation will not.

Therefore, our suffering doesn't need to wipe out our peace.

Merciful Father, you have promised us eternal life forever, under your perfect rule, in a land free from death and sin. How great is your grace, O Lord.

Loving Father, our struggles are often painful and can seem all-consuming. We pray that you would strengthen our minds to trust that even 90 years of suffering is but a little while, compared to the eternal life we will have with you.

Gracious Father, help our hearts to rejoice in the life you give us. Help us to endure whatever struggles we may face. Let us hold fast to our certain hope of the new creation and the unwavering peace that it brings.

Lord, help me believe that my

Suffering will end.

But the New Creation will not.

And so be at peace.

Amen

P.S. - To anyone reading this, God knows your struggles, He mourns at your pain, but He has provided a solution. Eternal life free from pain with Him. Don't be afraid.

Love and prayers,

Joshua