Short and sweet thought for the week…
Our world is always looking for shortcuts to success. We want a stock market tip that will make us rich. We want a pill to cure our ills. We want an exercise program that does not require us to exert too much energy. However, we usually learn that there are no shortcuts to anywhere that’s worth going. That includes our Christian journey as well.
There is no way to speed the Christian growth process. While it’s true the daily walk of a Christian has some mountaintop, glorious experiences, it is also strewn with some valleys full of hardship. Of course, we don’t like hardships, but every problem we experience teaches us something about ourselves. This is part of our spiritual transformation process. Trials are opportunities to trust God more.
There are no shortcuts on our Christian journey, but the trek is easier if we follow some biblical advice (Romans 12:9-12). Love sincerely, abhor evil, cling to what’s good, be kind, and serve the Lord. Plus, here’s a little formula that helps when facing trials: rejoice in hope, be patient in trials, and continue to steadfastly pray.
There are no shortcuts on our daily Christian walk, but there are ways to have more joy in the journey.
“Be joyful in hope, patient in afflictions, faithful in prayer.” ~Romans 12:12
