LIVING THROUGH PROBLEMS

By Pastor Gitahi Daniel.
•Romans 8:18 “For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us.”
•For each of us in the walk of faith, the term problems/challenges is very familiar. We probably thought that our salvation journeys would be rides in the park but that turned out to be the complete opposite even Jesus Himself assured us that in this world we would find trouble.
•When life hits you with problems, you can choose to be better or bitter.
Q. Why do we have to live through problems?
1. Problems reveal our inner self. It is only in the heat of challenges that you would really tell one’s true colours. Whoever you are when life is all smooth is not really you. 2nd Cor 8:9

2. Problems help us draw near to God. Just like He did with the Israelites, God allows problems in our lives so that we can learn to draw near to Him. It is in our moments of despair that our faith in God is put to test. Anytime you go through problems, know that there is certain glory ahead.

3. Problems produce character.
How do you react when going through a difficult situation? Do you compromise or give in to sin when faced with a challenge that can offer a shortcut for a solution? The problems you go through as a believer, as long as you do not compromise, mould you into a good character. Train yourself to live through problems.
4. Problems help us to identify with Jesus.
Jesus went through difficult situations and phases in life. How did He react in each of these situations? As believers, we need to learn to emulate the example set by Christ.

5. Problems help us to encourage others.
Whatever it is that you are going through today, will be a tesimony tomorrow. Remember that every problem is an opportunity to prove God’s power in your life.

>There are many Biblical characters that lived through problems. For instance Joseph, when he was sold into slavery, underwent suffering, persevered but finally he came out better and triumphant.
Jeremiah was thrown into a cistern for 40 days. At the end God made it obvious that He knew the good plans He had for him. Jeremiah conquered.
Hold on, we are more than conquerors in Christ Jesus.