Affliction may be lasting, but it is not everlasting.
Thomas J. Watson

Romans 4:19-24 (NASB)
Without becoming weak in faith he contemplated his own body, now as good as dead since he was about a hundred years old, and the deadness of Sarah’s womb; yet, with respect to the promise of God, he did not waver in unbelief but grew strong in faith, giving glory to God, and being fully assured that what God had promised, He was able also to perform. Therefore it was also credited to him as righteousness. Now not for his sake only was it written that it was credited to him, but for our sake also, to whom it will be credited, as those who believe in Him who raised Jesus our Lord from the dead,

Some never taste the bitterness of affliction, but most do. It can be devastating depending on the circumstances. For those that are in Christ, we have the promise of glory. What a comfort, knowing that only for a short time do we need to endure that affliction, for glory awaits us. Glory that is so wonderful, we can’t even imagine the depth, the breadth, nor the full beauty of it. We have the promise and that is more than enough.

The Puritans understood that there is a huge difference between this world and eternity; it can’t be compared. Paul used the life of Abraham to show how our faith can carry us through. He also pointed out that it wasn’t just the credit of righteousness that was given to Abraham, but it has also been done for our sake as well.

Heavenly Father, when I am weak, I know You are strong. I pray that You would increase my faith each day. I know it is only possible through the sacrifice of Jesus. It was the affliction that He endured and defeated that promises the glory that awaits each of us that are in Him. Amen.

Praying for Frankie.

Always praying for the glory of God,