unto his heavenly kingdom... - 2 Timothy 4:18
Dear Deborah, Rachel & Grace,
Greetings in the precious Name of our LORD Jesus Christ!
This morning, I came across the above verses while doing my devotional. I find it appropriate to share with you.
The Christian's life is full of challenges, just like running a race. If you have ever run a long distance race, you will understand better.
At the start of the race, we are all excited and ready to finish with a good time, maybe even breaking a record or two. However, as the race drags on, we find ourselves slowing down due to thirst, fatigue (lack of energy) and perhaps heat from the sun beating down our neck. We may
experience pains and aches which nag us to give up or take it easy by just strolling to the finishing point. We may give excuses like "we're not well prepared" or "the weather is bad" to console ourselves. If we listen to these thoughts often enough, we may eventually even give up
the race.
However, the above verses remind us that our finishing point is the heavenly kingdom of GOD. The race isn't over till we cross the finishing line. While running towards that, there will be forces that try to distract us and keep us from walking the way GOD wants us to. Anything that discourages us from doing what GOD wants us to do is evil.
Yes, in life as in a race, we may get tired at times and may need to slow down to catch a breath or two. That's alright. Rest is a blessing from GOD, for GOD Himself rested on the 7th day of creation and blessed that day. However, we need to keep running towards the finishing line.
And GOD is ever faithful. He will keep us away from every evil work and guide us into His heavenly kingdom. So let's claim this promise of GOD from 2 Timothy 4:18.
The LORD bless you.
Love,
Papa
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