Matthew 7:7
October 20, 2023
FEAST OF SAINT HILARION THE GREAT – 21st OCTOBER
October 21, 2023
THE 20th OF OCTOBER
CAN WE HAVE A JOYFUL ATTITUDE IN TRIBULATIONS?
And not only that, but we also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance; and perseverance, character; and character, hope. – Romans 5:3-4
We as Christians are not only happy that we will make it to heaven, but we can be happy while living in these bodies too. We are to have a joyful attitude in tribulations. Worrying and fear have never solved any of our problems, but only made them worse. But if we choose to do what the Lord teaches us in His Word, we may enjoy our lives more fully every day. We need to do God’s Will.
Whenever we need to decide what to do while going through hardships, distresses or troubles, it is not hard to realize that it is much better to find joy in the fact that we may learn something new while going through tribulations and we can truly become more patient. The more endurance we have, the longer it takes to get offended, lose our temper and our character changes for the good. The more spiritual maturity we have, the calmer our attitude is and the better we treat others and ourselves, resulting in greater hope for the future and in having full assurance of our eternal salvation.
SUGGESTED PRAYER
Father God, please help me choose to see the good in every trial and be able to find joy in You while going through tribulations. I need Your help to keep the right attitude whenever I am pressed so that I may become more patient. Please help me develop perseverance and a strong, beautiful character that pleases You. Thank You Lord that as my spiritual maturity grows, the more hope I have and the more secure my salvation is. In the Name of Jesus I pray. Amen.
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1 Prayer
God, I humbly request that you help brother Larry to overcome his depression. Grant him the will to want to have a beautiful future. Also God, help brother Leslie to overcome his medical problems n help sister Loretta to stop stressing. Thank you God. Please please please ? ??