Beloved, in the midst of the darkest times in our lives—be it the pain of physical ailments, the heartache of losing a loved one, the weight of past mistakes, or any seemingly insurmountable circumstance—let us fix our eyes on Jesus Christ and His eternal promises. Romans 8:18 reminds us, “For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us.”

I understand that as you read this, you might not feel immediately encouraged, especially when you’re in the midst of a trial like the recent loss of a loved one, enduring significant physical pain, or grappling with the mental anguish of past mistakes. The future, no matter what we read or hear, may not seem to provide hope during these challenging moments. The thoughts of a future heaven, as glorious as it promises to be, may not factor into the current struggles. However, this is where our faith becomes crucial. We must trust God, taking Him at His word, and have faith that He will comfort us because He has promised to do so. We rely on His assurance and commit to trusting in His comforting presence despite the difficulties we face in the here and now. For us, as believers eternity with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ is our greatest hope.

No matter the depth of our current challenges, they pale in comparison to the glory awaiting us. As we navigate through the shadows of hardship, let our hearts be anchored in the assurance that a surpassing glory is promised for those who believe the gospel.

1 Corinthians 2:9 echoes this truth, “But as it is written: ‘Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, nor have entered into the heart of man the things which God has prepared for those who love Him.'”

The unimaginable blessings God has in store for His children surpass our comprehension. Even as we my be living our day to day lives in a constant struggle let’s walk in faith, let us anticipate with joy the unveiling of the glorious future He has prepared for us.

Beloved, press on with unwavering hope, for the sufferings of today cannot diminish the eternal glory awaiting you. Fix your eyes on the promises of God, study His word, and let the anticipation of His incomprehensible blessings fill your heart with enduring joy. Amen.