Tuesday, June 10, 2008

Take heart

Now Jesus knew that they desired to ask Him, and He said to them, “Are you inquiring among yourselves about what I said, ‘A little while, and you will not see Me; and again a little while, and you will see Me’? Most assuredly, I say to you that you will weep and lament, but the world will rejoice; and you will be sorrowful, but your sorrow will be turned into joy. A woman, when she is in labor, has sorrow because her hour has come; but as soon as she has given birth to the child, she no longer remembers the anguish, for joy that a human being has been born into the world. Therefore you now have sorrow; but I will see you again and your heart will rejoice, and your joy no one will take from you.
John 16:19-22 (NKJV)

The disciples were perturbed, disturbed and worried as the state of things sometimes moved faster for their comprehension. They simply didn't get it. Fast forward to the present times. Events and the turn of events in life may move at a pace that is beyond our comprehensive ability. The Savior knew our vulnerabilities before time. He encouraged us to stay focused on Him as the passing challenging times will break out in joy unspeakable. One which once we receive no one will be able to take away from us.

Brothers and Sisters, we have something certain and sure to look forward to. Take heart and

Be encouraged,

Afolabi

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