Rejoice in our sufferings? Amid trials, suffering, and pain we rarely think to rejoice. Grumble, complain, and blame... yes. But, rejoice? Paul reminds us that in our suffering, we rely on Jesus who has overcome this world. We rejoice because suffering leads us to hope for what is to come.
The Spirit immediately drove him into the wilderness. And he was in the wilderness forty days, being tempted by Satan." Lent is a time when those filled with the Spirit are called to reflection and repentance. We pray that we will remain steadfast under the trials of this world, and of Satan. That we would receive the promised crown of life. "The kingdom of God is at hand; repent and believe in the gospel.
Life is messy, and sometimes we're guilty of making it messy. This week in Family Worship at 11:15 am we'll hear the story of Jesus telling us and a thief on the cross that He is the way into heaven, and He wants us there--even though we've made a mess of things.
