Acts 14:21-22 ” They preached the Good News in that city and won a large number of disciples. Then they returned to Lystra, Iconium and Antioch, strengthening the disciples and encouraging them to remain true to the faith. ‘We must go through many hardships to enter the Kingdom of God,’ they said.”

Even as Jesus called those who would follow Him, He never sugarcoated the hardships they would have to endure for the sake of the Gospel. He was very upfront that they would be persecuted. And so likewise, His Apostles bluntly prepared new Believers to expect suffering along the path that led to glory. But Jesus also promised peace…”In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33) And so today, we too can remain faithful when we are being crushed by the weight of distress & affliction…knowing His peace & comfort is real.

Author: kezha1

A Christian mother, grandmother, and retired nurse living in Illinois. Called into a ministry of encouraging others to find their ultimate plan and purpose in life through Christ. View all posts by kezha1