Stay the Course

SCRIPTURE

And not only this, but we also exult in our tribulations, knowing that tribulation brings about perseverance; and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope; and hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out within our hearts through the Holy Spirit who was given to us.
Romans 5:3-5 (NASB)



But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.
Galatians 5:22-23 (NASB)


PRAYER

Lord, that you can actually take hardships and transform them into hope is nothing short of genius. I take pause for a moment, and lift my heart in gratitude for the way you have worked in (__________)’s heart and life. Thank you for taking the events of his life… all the events of his life… and adding the seasoning of your grace that was needed to produce the fruit of strength. Thank you that fhe had the perseverance to endure when he thought that he could not. Thank you that he did not give up. Thank you that as he endured, the hardship produced a depth of character that has been proved in the fire of life. And thank you that this proven character has given birth to new hope in his life, the hope of both delighting in you, and the hope of receiving the desires of his heart. Thank you that he clings to you, and you alone. Thank you that he sees all other gifts as simply an extension of your love and grace to him. Thank you that he leans on you alone. Thank you that he hopes in you alone. Thank you that he longs for you most. Thank you for his strength, and sufficiency… for his health and wholeness. Thank you Lord, thank you. Amen.

ENCOURAGEMENT

What got you here will get you there. Stay on the same course.