Comfort in Suffering | Nov 12th

“Our hope for you is unshaken, for we know that as you share in our sufferings, you will also share in our comfort.”

     2 Corinthians 1:7

  Beloved, suffering is inescapable in this life. As Christians, we are forewarned that trials lie ahead; indeed, we are to expect them, yet we are not to be dismayed. God has promised never to abandon us in the midst of our trials. These trials are not intended to harm us but to cultivate Christlikeness within us and draw us closer to the Lord. He has promised us peace amid the storm and grace to endure all things.

  Paul was confident that when Christians experience suffering, they will also receive comfort. If we are to expect times of suffering, we can also be assured of comfort. God promises all His people that He will comfort them. The child of God will experience peace even in times of sorrow. The grace of God will sustain us. As affliction arises, comfort follows.

  We belong to the God of comfort. He has promised to comfort us in all our afflictions. God is for us, working all things for our good. He will prove to be a present help in times of need. Look to God, your comforter and peace.

In Christ Alone.

Pastor Wight