From The Crucible (by Pastor Linda Pugsley)

Far too often we attribute to God how humans feel, think and act. Remember, God has already told us that His ways are not our ways, and His thoughts are not our thoughts. With that in mind, we can know that His plan is going to lead us to the best, most fruitful and joyful existence. It will not be perfect because we still live in a cursed body on a cursed earth, but with His plan, we are protected and are lead to that which is higher and better for us. Things often go wrong or against us because of the world, the flesh or the devil—not God! Yet the Most High and Holy One is often the brunt of our foolish anger. Thank God, He doesn’t listen to that foolishness.

God even goes beyond our belief and tells us to be of good cheer when these various trials and sufferings happen. How dare He? Is God crazy? No…we are just ignorant of His greater plan. What is often meant for evil against us, He will turn around for good. Just trust Him. His plan is for our welfare and not for our calamity, to give us a future and a hope. Seek God with all your might…do not give up…do not give in. Endure the fire…it’s producing pure gold! 

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