“…In the world ye shall have tribulation…” John 16:33
One of the hit songs of the 60’s was I Never Promised You a Rose Garden. Basically the song said you have to accept the bad along with the good. Life has its ups and downs. But for some unknown reason, we don’t think that applies to our walk with Christ. Many believe that when we accept Jesus Christ as our Savior, God will protect us from everything bad.
But the Bible is clear that bad things DO happen to good people. Job was a godly man who suffered loss. The Apostle Paul was beheaded for his faith. Even Jesus was crucified unjustly. And today there are more Christians martyrs then anytime in history. I know children hate hearing that life is not fair bit it’s still the truth.
So, why do ‘bad’ things happen to people who are trying to live a life pleasing to God? Without being too simplistic, I believe that the answer is found in Roman 8:28 “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” So, what is God’s purpose for everyone? Verse 29 “…be conformed to the image of his Son…”
Life is a constant tension. This world wants us to conform to its world view. Romans 12:2 says, “One translation translates this verse “Don’t allow this world to press you into its mold.”
God wants you to allow the events of your life to help you to become like His Son, Jesus Christ.
So ask yourself, How will I use this to conform me to be like Jesus?
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