I always laugh when I hear some believers quoting Apostle Paul concerning what he said in Philippians 4:13 that; “He can do all things through Christ who strengthens him..”
The truth of the matter is, that Paul never woke up and said that. Apostle Paul passed through a lot of challenging moments and afflictions. And this made him bold to make such a declaration. Look at what He said before making such a statement;
I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need… (Philippians 4:12)
Did you just read that? It’s very laudable to know the “fires and waters” he went through!
Beloved, what makes you think you are the only person going through what you are going through now?
You aren’t the only person and you won’t also be the last person! Don’t be deceived!
The Christian journey isn’t easy at all. It isn’t soft as the majority are now teaching and preaching! Your walk with Christ is a battle you must fight! It’s a decision you must make!
Remember what Jesus said;
And ye shall be hated of all [men] for my name's sake: but he that endureth to the end shall be saved. Matthew 10: 22KJV
Beloved, what’s needed from you is to endure what you are going through now!
Don’t turn to the left or right! Just remain focused on Christ and surely you shall testify of His Goodness as Apostle Paul said.
What’s life without stories? Apostle Paul just energized us with his! Don’t worry, you are next in line to inspire your generation with yours.
Thanks for the encouragement Boss…
My question is, the Bible says God created some people to suffer and some to enjoy life. So how will you know that u fall in one of those categories??
Thank you for your question. But I please want to make this correction.. there’s no where stated in the Bible that some are meant to suffer whiles others are to enjoy… The Bible makes it clear that
Many evils(afflictions) confront the [consistently] righteous, but the Lord delivers him out of them all. Psalm 34:19
Which sounds to reasoning that, as long as you are walking in the righteousness of God, you will encounter afflictions.. but those afflictions are not meant to destroy you but rather to shape you to the true image and person God wants you to be.
Remember the story of Joseph, He went through alot sake of walking in the ways of God. But at the end of the day, he moved from prison and become a prime minister. The God we are serving is a God of Possibilities.. Just cling to Him… He is able to turn disgrace to grace and shame to fame… You are blessed
I remember there is a quotation in the Bible that God created the devourer to perish or destroy. So apparently, I think it’s still the same thing I said up there. Or?
Actually it’s true but not in this content and context please… Remember, all things work together to good for Those who are walking in the path of God.. it’s just the matter of time…