Troubles Don't Last, You Do!
Persevering Through Adversity: A Biblical Guide to Surviving Life's Hardships
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Introduction
Singleness … marriage … children … job … finances … death troubles. These are life cycle issues that catch God’s people off guard and dash them against the rocks of hardship. Troubles arise and dissipate like the rise and fall of a heartbeat, but quandaries are an intricate part of a Christian’s life (2Timothy 3:12). God’s people have both mountaintop and valley experiences. Hope in Christ helps believers to rise above their circumstances. Though the godly undergo suffering now, later they will enjoy glory with Jesus when He returns (Galatians 6:9):
For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us (Romans 8:18).
God’s people can expect to survive and thrive by standing on the Master’s promises. The Bible doesn’t promise believers an easy life, but it does tell them what to do when trials come:
The righteous cry and the Lord heareth and delivered them out of all their troubles. (Psalm 37:1)
Jesus understands every affliction and adversity His people endure (Hebrews 4:15). He was born human (John 1:1). However, because Jesus didn’t sin, don’t assume life was easy for Him (1 Peter 2:22–23). He faced a dreadful moment of separation from the Father. He suffered hatred, abuse, and the taunts of wicked men. His own people rejected Him, and religious leaders criticized Him. Yet Jesus continued to exhibit compassion throughout the scriptures. He didn’t send away the woman with the issue of blood, and neither did He condemn the adulterous woman. Jesus offered an uplifting hand to the lame man, salve to the blind, and food to the multitude. He defeated death, and He is still standing. Regardless of what you go through in this life, you too will withstand every storm you face if you remember … troubles don’t last, you do.
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STILL STANDING! No obstacle Satan hurls your way will last. In every instance, you emerge victoriously. Life’s troubles are equal to speed bumps, you slow down just enough to drive over them, thump, thump, and then those bumps become a distant memory. The power residing in you helps you overcome adversity, resolve problems, and find peace. The only resolution to the never-ending problems of life is our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Your relationship with him and the Father is sacred and eternal. Rest assured that at the end of all your trials, eternal bliss is waiting. With God as the benevolent guide: Troubles don’t last, you do.
About the Author
Kitt Swanson is a native of Syracuse, New York. At the early age of three years old she experienced the worst tragedy imaginable: she witnessed the murder of her mother. At the age of fourteen she found Christ while pondering suicide. She found her biological father eighteen years later. She knows what it is to be abased and to be bound. She has experienced heartaches, disappointments, and depression. She comforts the weary with the comfort she received from God. Through all her struggles, she is able to encourage others to keep reaching for heaven. She is an inspiration to all. She has twins named Jeremiah and Nehemiah and a cat named Koby. To contact the author write:
Kitt Swanson
Kitt33604@yahoo.com