Hardships, A Life Long Training

All of us is taking a hard time to live our own lives. Money is not the only reason why we struggle. Even millionaires do encounter their worst problems though they have the money. In short, every person has his / her own level of trials.

How do we view hardships?

Do you view them as a curse? As a punishment? As an earthly suffering? Do we ever view hardships as something helpful for us?

I know and we all know its not easy to live a life with hardships. That's why it uses the therm "hard" right?

As christians, we need to stand on a certain definition about hardships. Though it makes us awake at night thinking about it, still we need to understand that hardships is a life long training for us to grow mature and closer with God. Hardships is a tool that God uses to mold us and our personality.

Whether you like it or not, hardships are not punishments from God. For most cases, hardships are the things we reap because of our sins and shortcomings. It is simply a result of our disobedience.

If you will be facing hardships or trials, don't ever blame God. Instead of being negative about the situation, look at how God comforts you and how He gives you wisdom to solve your problems. Be Thankful!

We don't know up to when we will be living in this world. Just like what Paul said,
"I have fought a good fight … I have finished the race … I have kept the faith.”
[2 Tim.4:7]

I hope all of us christians live the same way. That we may finish the race with perseverance and with trust in God. Do you know the Hurdle? It is a race where there are obstacles along the way? For runners, those are not struggles, just that its part of the game. The same thing with our lives, obstacles are not struggles, but it completes the game.

Always Remember:
Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him.
[James 1:12]



By: Edwin Joseph