1 Samuel 28:1-29:11; Isaiah 66:1-24; Romans 8:18-39
And every man that hath this hope in him purifieth himself, even as he is pure. 1 John 3:3
Our eternal hope will be fulfilled when we see Jesus. And so believers look ahead with anticipation and optimism even in difficulties. Our adverse circumstances strengthen our faith; cause us to lean on His grace, bring us closer to the Saviour and bring glory to God. Experiences may test our patience, but they provide opportunities that lead us to maturity, bringing us into a happy state of soul as we wait for His coming. —Gaius C. Goff
When that illustrious day shall rise,
And all Thy armies shine,
In robes of vic’try through the skies,
The glory shall be Thine. —Isaac Watts