DAILY READINGS: 2 Chronicles 7:1-22; Ezekiel 32:1-32; John 11:55-12:19
It is good for me that I have been afflicted; that I might learn thy statutes. Psalm 119:71
The flesh hates affliction. But faith knows affliction is good. Affliction brings glory to God when we suffer cheerfully for Him. But that’s not all. Affliction is good for me too. Difficult circumstances are often the best way to learn. The lessons leave a lasting impression. When we are afflicted, God has our utmost attention. Affliction makes me say, “Speak; for thy servant heareth” (1 Sam. 3:10). Are you afflicted today? Rest in Him—He will bring you through. —Shane Johnson
Some through the waters, some through the flood,
Some through the fire, but all through the blood;
Some through great sorrow, but God gives a song,
In the night season and all the day long. —G. A. Young