In life, we struggle. We struggle to be happy in a
sad world; we struggle to be well in a mean world; but most of all, we struggle
to keep our faith in a dark world.
There is much to be said about the first two
struggles I mentioned: Life is full of
difficulties, especially for those who walk upright, because this world has not
been redeemed yet.
But for us, who have been redeemed by the shed blood
of Jesus Christ, there is absolutely no reason to suffer. Our faith should
always remain strong! Even if we fail, as I mentioned in my previous blog
entry, and lose some of the grip we have on that glorious and blessed hope, we
must get up, and keep walking towards the goal – the gates of Heaven – where
Jesus is waiting for us!
Jesus died for you, exactly because he knew you
would never be able to make it to the gates, and through them, without him. He
died for you because he wants you there – in the Kingdom of Heaven – with him. You
are welcome to enter through the gates because Jesus died for you.
Jesus does not expect you to go through this world
on your own! He didn’t die for you just to lose you on the way… He’s right
there with you, watching over you, guiding you to the gates, and making sure
you’ll get there…
You need not struggle so much… Rest in the faith; be
encouraged by the fact that you are going to spend eternity in a glorious
place, with Jesus. You have already won; your struggles are only the illusion
that Satan wants you to believe. You can rise on wings of eagle above the
storms of life, by looking at Jesus only, and hearing him alone.
Listen to your good shepherd; he will take you home
safely!
Stay blessed, and stay tuned,
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