Yet, I forget that the result of Jesus accepting God’s will meant that He would suffer terribly.  He could have walked away from it.  He could have commanded a legion of angels to come to His aid and carry Him back to the Father.  But He didn’t.

So, when we pray for God’s will to be done, we shouldn’t be surprised that it might include our  suffering.  But it’s not suffering for punishment.  It is suffering to bring a future joy.  It is suffering to grow our faith.  It is suffering that draws us into a closer relationship with Him.  It is suffering that brings a bright future that we may never see, yet it will glorify God.  It is suffering that may not be about us, but about those around us that are changed by it, bringing about their repentance and love for Jesus.  Many possibilities – and all good and perfect in God’s plan.

Jesus, forgive me for never wanting to suffer for You.  I forget that the blessings You have for us include bearing the cross.  Forgive me for only wanting the easy road to salvation.  Help me to embrace all of your will to be done in my life.  Praying in the name of the one who suffered to bring salvation to the world, Jesus my Lord and Savior.  Amen.

Always praying for the glory of God.