There is no doubt that being a Christian can be very challenging in today’s society, where a lot of people doubt, misunderstand, or don't even believe in God. But nevertheless, as believers we are called to lift Him up every day regardless of the perilous times we live in. Each day brings us closer to the return of Jesus and one step closer to Heaven. (Psalm 14:1, Ephesians 6:13-14, 2 Peter 3:3-5, 8 NIV)

Life is not easy and God never promised that it would be, especially for Christians. But regardless of all the pain in the world or the persecution of believers we can stand firm in our faith knowing that our place in eternity is secure and not be ashamed of the Gospel. (John 16:33, Romans 8:35-39, John 14:1-3, Romans 1:16 NIV)

The end is coming, and unfortunately, it's going to get a lot worse before it gets better. As believers we need to stick it out til the end. We need to not be corrupted by society, we must remain faithful until Jesus returns to judge the world and sin is defeated once and for all. (Matthew 24:6, Romans 12:2, 1 Corinthians 10:13 NIV)

Along with the gift of salvation we all have special gifts that God has given us. We need to use these gifts to be a light in this broken world, remember that our time on earth is temporary, and that Heaven awaits us one day. And when that day comes, all the pain, all the death, all the sorrow…we will never have to deal with it again. It'll just be us and God and we will live in constant joy with our Lord and Savior forever. (1 Peter 4:10-11, John 15:19, Revelation 21:4 NIV)

On days when you find it hard to see God’s greatness just remember that our Creator doesn't change. Regardless of what storm or trial you're going through or what unfortunate things befall you, God has always been there, from the moment you were born! (Hebrews 13:8, James 1:12, Jeremiah 1:5 NIV)

Therefore, follow Jesus. Every day, every night, through the good, through the bad, from the beginning, to the end..til there's no more hell to pay! (Hebrews 3:14 NLT)

Prayer: 

 Dear Heavenly Father,

Thank you for the guarantee of our eternal place in Heaven. Please give us the strength to weather the storm in all of life's trials and help us to stay true to Your word. We eagerly await for the day when Your Son returns and puts an end to sin. In Jesus's name we pray, amen.

Husband, father, Believer in Christ, metal head, sports fan. Pretty simple. 2 Corinthians 5:7