Thriving or Merely Surviving?
The other day, I talked with a man who disagreed with my opinion that discouragement should not be a word in the Christian language. I suspect he didn’t catch my meaning as his focus was on the fact that life is not a bed of roses even for Christians. I, however, disagree with that statement too. Roses are pure beauty in the midst of thorns. That sounds like a great analogy of the Christian life to me. We have trials and disappointments but, with Jesus, we can shine brilliantly and wear a smile even in the midst of the storm.
I know hard times come. I know it’s hard to smile 24/7 but I don’t believe we should live in a state of depression or discouragement. With God, we should always be able to turn to Him and know that His hand is at work even when we can’t see it. We should be able to encourage each other. I don’t know about you but if I know someone is standing with me or praying for me, it lifts my spirit like nothing else. I guess that is my point.
If the Church were being what they were called to be, there would not be near the discouragement and sadness I see on people’s faces all the time. Let’s be the Body. Let’s be available for our Brothers and Sisters. Let’s be a light to the world. They are in desperate need of a Light from Heaven. Let’s make sure we’re not merely surviving but let’s make sure the world knows we are thriving!
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