Expect persecution

2 Timothy 3:12 - "In fact, everyone who wants to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted"


It used to scare me when things were going really good in my life, because I knew that it wouldn't last long.  Now, even though I know we're not living in a perfect world, it doesn't scare me to think that I will have heartaches and struggles in this life.  I know that this will only last for a season, and God is molding me into something new.  


I say now "I'm a work in progress."  Meaning, I can always use a little correction and guidance along this journey of life.


Expect to be persecuted as Christ was persecuted.  He did it for us; it's time we did it for Him!!