Romans 5:1 Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ,
Today I want to focus on verse 3 because it is so very hard for me, for many of us. “Glory in our sufferings”? I cannot, will not rejoice proudly in my sufferings, but I will rejoice in the fact that God can speak to my heart during life’s trials in a way that He cannot in the good times.
Romans 5:2 …through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we boast in the hope of the glory of God.
But here’s the thing, and it’s a lesson we all have to learn for ourselves, and it is a very painful lesson: God doesn’t always make everything ok on this side of the veil. He doesn’t always bring earthly healing or answers. But He is always with us. Always. He walks with us through the tough times, carrying us when we can no longer stand. He wipes our tears, walks beside us. Life can be hard. That’s just the nature of life on earth. But He never leaves us to do it alone.
Romans 5:3 Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance;
Precious Savior, Thank You for understanding the pain and loss of this world. Thank You for walking with me, even when there are no words to be said. I just cannot rejoice in suffering, but I rejoice in this closeness that comes from walking with You through those valleys. Thank You. Amen.
Romans 5:4 perseverance, character; and character, hope.
Have a blessed day.