Romans 5:3-4 (NIV)
3 Not only so, but we also glory in our
sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; 4 perseverance,
character; and character, hope.
I remember the old Corrie ten Boom phrase, "Thank God
for the fleas." The fleas kept the German soldiers out of the barracks in
the Jewish concentration camp where she was imprisoned. This allowed her to
minister and visit with those who were being persecuted. There she could show
and share Jesus. Even in the worst of suffering, God can bring blessings
through those who know that life's goal is character, not comfort.
Thought for today:
Do people see my character or think of me as one?
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