“Destined for trials” 1Th. 3:3
1 Th. 3:3 tells us that we are “destined for trials”.
Jn. 16:33 tells us that here on earth we will have many trials and sorrows.
Rom. 8:28 promises us that God “works all things for good”.
Question: How do we appropriate Rom. 8:28 when the bottom drops out of our life?
How do we put this promise into practice when stuff happens or circumstances blindside us that we never imagined could occur?
Appropriation depends on
our relational intimacy with Jesus and the definition of good.
If we define “good” to refer to things turning out enjoyable, comfortable or fun, we’re revealing 1) that we don’t know Jesus very well and 2) we will be hard-pressed to apply His definition of “good” to our circumstances.
But if we learn to avail ourselves wholeheartedly to God, when He divinely permits a trial to assail our life, He:
- conforms and transforms us from within,
- makes something beautiful of our muddle,
- and our life becomes a glorious romance novel power-packed with adventure.
We’re signing up for His way, will you join us?
Much love,
Shaun and Betsy
