ENDURING HARDSHIPS!

"God had planned something better for us....". Hebrews 11:40. My friend, don't be discouraged, something better is waiting for us. A 20 hour drive with our kids going to Disney World- they didn't mind the trip going because of the fun that awaits, but ..Oh my, they complained, fuss, and carried on about the trip home because they have nothing to look forward to. It's difficult to endure hardship at the best of times, but when you don't know WHY, it can be frustrating. God doesn't give us lengthy explanations of how He works; He's used creating worlds with a single sentence. So when you don't find an immediate answer in His Word or through prayer or counsel of others, you're left wondering. And you and I won't be the first. Whatever is going on in our life God can use it for our good- to help us, to teach us, and make us a more productive Christian. The secret is not to allow the events of our life to rob us of our focus and vision. All the persons listed in Hebrews chapter 11 are people who looked beyond the awfulness of their circumstances to embrace the possibilities for victory within their grasp. Hey hey Bro: the situation you are in is a "POT HOLE" on the road to your destiny. I know, people are zooming by you in their car and you are wondering "why me". So, focus upon the goal God has given you - and accomplish great exploits in His name. Remember, NO CROWN WITHOUT CROSS BUDDY. NO GOLD MEDAL WITHOUT STRENUOUS TRAINING! TADA!