Sometimes,
the world just beats us up,
maybe
even our families and friends,
our
bosses,
even
our spouses.
Sometimes
physically,
but
also verbally,
emotionally,
and
psychologically.
We
might be treated as objects
as
opposed to incredible creations of God the father.
We suffer.
Despite contrary beliefs,
suffering isn't all for naught.
There is redemption found in suffering.
For whenever anyone bears the pain of unjust
suffering because of consciousness of God, that is grace…But if you are patient
when you suffer for doing good, that is a grace before God. For to this you have
been called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example that
you should follow in His footsteps, He committed not sin and no deceit was
found in his mouth.
1 Peter 2: 19-22
There
may be pain and sorrow found in suffering.
However,
joined with Christ,
pain
and suffering can be a grace.
Even
in the darkest of time,
Christ
has not left.
But
rather, Christ is still pouring out grace
and
He has left a path to be followed during suffering.
Unite
your sufferings to Christ.
He
has been there.
He
knows.
He
is there.
There is offered redemption and grace.
Suffering
can be a time to grow closer with God,
to
receive His grace,
to
follow His path,
and
to share His light.
Take
a look at the cross.
Let
suffering be a gift.
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AMEN.
ReplyDeleteTo see the "beauty" in suffering is a great grace! I imagine the ecstatic joy of the saints and martyrs...and by golly if they could do it...so can I.
My prayer after receiving Holy Eucharist is:
"Stay with me Lord, now, forever, and always...no matter what.
Make me a great saint."
Be wary of what you pray...once I started to pray this...the sufferings increased...no kidding.
God is so good.
Mrs. O
This is one of the most important things that I talk about with those who are in the RCIA- redemptive suffering. Most people do not understand what a powerful opportunity it is and how much it connects us to Christ. Great job, Rebecca!
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