Suffering Saints

‘In Me, you have peace’
Spoke Jesus, God’s Son
‘In the world, tribulation
Be courageous… I’ve overcome’.

Suffering

When confronted by suffering
With reasons unclear
Will we choose to grow better
Or grow bitter, with fears.

Still Grasping Grievances, or Set Free?                                                                                                        

So, we lift every hurt
Release all, to Him
Now laid upon Christ
Walk in grace, not sin.

‘Self’ has to Die

The verdict is in
And, ‘self’ has to die
Against our carnal cravings
Long deceived, by a lie.

Seek Intimacy with God

In scripture and song
In prayer, listen too
Expect to meet God
He is waiting for you.

Seeing Our Sin

So, ponder sin’s price
Such suffering, separation
Jesus’ death on a cross
For His own creation.

Purpose in Pain

Does God have a purpose
In suffering and pain
Sorrow and sickness
Can He turn to gain?

Pressing into God

So, draw near to God
Repentant and yearning
Hungering and thirsting
Worshiping, and learning.

Prayer and Patience

But God is the LORD
So be patient and wait
He will answer on time
He’s not early, nor late.

Overcoming Temptation

And so, love not the world
Nor selfishness, greed
Seek God’s glory alone
Let His Spirit, always lead.