2 Corinthians 4:16-18 (MSG) So we're not giving up. How
could we! Even though on the outside it often looks like things are falling
apart on us, on the inside, where God is making new life, not a day goes by
without his unfolding grace. These hard times are small potatoes compared to the
coming good times, the lavish celebration prepared for us. There's far more
here than meets the eye. The things we see now are here today, gone tomorrow.
But the things we can't see now will last forever.
I have a stamp collection that dates to my childhood. Over the years I added to it and my sons
added to it. While we always hope to
discover something of great value, for the most part the value for me is just
the enjoyment I get from looking at all the old and varied stamps. When we purchase stamps they have a defined
cost but their true value lies in what they do.
They deliver the goods. In order
to do that they must stick to the letter or package throughout the mailing process.
If they let go, the letter may not arrive at its destination. We sometimes get
discouraged but as our scripture says, while on the outside things seem bleak,
on the inside God is making a new life.
Hold tight, trust God and look for things to get better. Our loving
Father wants the best for us.
Gracious
God, we ask your blessing on this day. Please continue to lift us up when we
are discouraged so that we may give you the praise for our deliverance. Amen.
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