Appropriate Endurance

“–giving no cause for offense in anything in order that the ministry be not discredited, but in everything commending ourselves as servants of God, in much endurance,” II Corinthians 6:3

“Therefore, since we have so great a cloud of witnesses surrounding us, let us also lay aside every encumbrance and the sin which so easily entangles us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the Author and Perfecter of faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. For consider Him who has endured such hostility by sinners against Himself, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.” Hebrews 12:1-3

We can endure, suffer, be martyrs for many things, yet there is only One that is appropriate for whom we are to endure. My friend, do not grow weary and do not lose heart, because the One who watches over you does not slumber or sleep and He loves you as no other can.

Know His Word. Take care. Your servant & friend in Christ, Darlene

PS: New Prayer Request: Marilu –pregnant in hospital, will have to lay still and on her side for months to save her unborn. Ongoing prayer requests: God’s hands on the new USA political administration. Barb and Gary to find new, satisfying jobs; wisdom for doctors caring for and endurance for Doris, David, Adrian, Randy and Michael, as they manage their health in new ways. Praise: Lyle’s brother (healing well) and girlfriend (who’s stayed with him throughout entire ordeal).