Here’s something else we need to consider–the law of sowing and reaping. This is true whether you are a Christian or an unbeliever. If we violate God’s laws and commands, and ignore His warnings we will reap what we sow–the results can be awful! Although God forgives us, He doesn’t cancel the consequences of our actions. He allows us to suffer through it. However, although we do not escape the consequences, God will enable us to endure and will use the situation to teach us a valuable lesson. Don’t blame God or get bitter–that will make things worse. Confess your sins and ask God to give you the strength you need. If you are sincere He will do as He promised–help will come. Perhaps not in the time frame or manner that we desire, but in the way that is best.
POSSIBLE DOESN’T MEAN EASY
“I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.” Philippians 4:13
Shortly after trusting Christ as my Savior I discovered this wonderful verse and clung to it like a drowning man clings to a life preserver. I knew from the very beginning that I was weak and could never live as a Christian should without divine help. As I struggled to overcome various sins I quoted this verse over and over again–I still do today!
This glorious truth has helped many others as well. But some folks have misunderstood. The assurance that God will give us the strength to do His will does not mean it will be quick or easy or fun. Often times the path to victory is through blood, sweat and tears. Don’t assume that, because you are struggling, God isn’t helping you. Sometimes the difficulty is by divine design. God could make it easier, but He doesn’t. Here’s why—you are working on one thing God is working on two, your problem and you! God uses the process to develop your character, conforming you to the image of His dear Son. He knows “easy” isn’t always best.
Sometimes God delays the answer to our prayers and withholds His help because He knows we need the struggle. We long for a quick and easy way out, but God knows we need the opposite. Just as you cannot liberate the butterfly from the cocoon without killing it, we need the struggle to make us strong. Do not be discouraged when your efforts seem futile. Regardless of what you are going through, God is able to meet your need. He brought you to it and He will bring you through it. If you live in the sunshine of His bright promise it will help you to have hope when all seems doom and gloom. Claim it today!
