Good afternoon everyone! I hope you are well and having a good week! I'm having a nice day and so far the week is good too!
Today, I come to you from a heart that is persevering. It's not easy in the battle, but it is for my good, and I write from this knowledge. I have found rich hope in the words of Paul in 1 Corinthians 15:57 - 58, and that is where I write from today.
"But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.
Therefore, my dear brothers, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourself fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain."
In our time of struggle, we must begin with praise to God. God is so worthy of praise - He his holy, righteous, true, legitimate, glorious, and worthy. Today, I take time to remember how good our God is. We must remember this - and I urge you as well to remember how good God has been to you. Recount His faithfulness before Him and find hope. Trust in Him, no matter what is going on in your life. And through Him we will find the great victory.
Now, to the battle, we are called to stand firm. We cannot become lazy or relaxed with our temptations or transgressions; we must be constantly on-guard and prepared. This can be hard, but it is going to be worth it. Continue on. I write this as a reminder to myself, as I am wanting to be lazy and not push through things I'm going through, and I can't turn down or away from my Lord. I need Him and His help to be strong. I cannot ease away from what I must do, but must keep on!
As I recount this, I know the things done for Jesus are never done in vain. Paul reminds us of this. We have to trust, and keep going forward. He is faithful and will work for our good. I hope this small discourse blesses you all.
Love you all!
Brandon
