It Will Be OK!

Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.

(1 Thessalonians 5:16-18)

How is it possible to be an effective CHRISTian in such a world in which we live? Paul gives a few basic yet life-changing instructions.

No matter the circunmstance we find ourselves in, we must mantain our joy. Not joy in what we are going through, but joy in the fact that the Lord is right there with us. We are not alone!

We must stay in constant communication with our Father as Jesus did when He walked this earth. Speaking with the One in control and praying with fellow believers of the same mind keeps us in communion with God and our believing family. Private and corporate prayer are essential to keep the believer encouraged, confident, and connected. Reading Scriptures daily is also a source of hearing God's words to us each day.

Finally we must realize it could always be worse! Be thankful for what we have and where God has us. After all, we have a home in heaven and something far better than anything this world could ever give to us. Thank God daily for His grace, mercy, and promise of eternal life with Him! This world is temporary!

God has us just where He wants us to be. He has us and the entire world in His hands and it will be ok!