Endure For The Sake Of Eternal Bliss

"I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us."
Romans 8:18

All the storms that we are going through at present are considered as nothing when compared with the jubilant, blissful payback waiting for us in the future. Let's happily endure and bear the brunt, fixing our focus on the joy that awaits us (Heb.12:2).

The Bliss Of Fearing God

"The fear of the LORD leads to life; then one rests content, untouched by trouble."
Proverbs 19:23

The fear of God is rewarded by true, long, happy and healthy life that brings honor and esteem. It adds divine rest, peace, providence and contentment to our lives. It assures us security from the viles and deceits of evil men and from any harm, pestilence and disaster.

Double Bliss

"Return to your fortress, O prisoners of hope; even now I announce that I will restore twice as much to you."
Zechariah 9:12

Let us never be soaked up in our guilt but look up to God, our Stronghold, from whatever pit we are in. He never fails to be gracious to us. Even when our circumstances seem unpromising, He will come for our rescue. In Him we not only have the sure hope of deliverance but also a double portion of joy, peace, comfort and twice as much good as we have suffered evil.