In Christ, I have The Strength to Endure

And not only that, but we also rejoice in our afflictions, because we know that affliction produces endurance, endurance produces proven character, and proven character produces hope. This hope does not disappoint, because God’s love has been poured out in our hearts through the Holy Spirit who was given to us. Romans 5:3-5 

Endurance is the ability to hang on when it would be easier to let go.  It’s what helps you get through the trials of life without compromise or wavering and it’s what helps you finish well the race marked out before you.

Your race, your unique plan and purpose designed by God, will take you through mountain heights and lows of the valleys. It will include times of joy and of sorrow, all for the purpose of refining you into the Daughter of The King you were created to be.  

The times of joy and peace are just as needful as those of pain and suffering.  God is using them all to build your character.  Godly character that will be able to withstand the fiery trials and endure with the hope that God will make all things new.

Your suffering has purpose and God will not let one tear go unnoticed.  He doesn’t waste an ounce of your pain.  He will redeem every heartache and disappointment you experience.  Knowing this, knowing that God understands your pain, loves you and walks with you, gives you the strength to endure as you grow in the comfort and presence of God.