2 Corinthians 1,4,11-12
Paul and Timothy were able to avoid despair because they knew (2 Cor. 1:3-5; 4:15-17 and Hebrews 12:6-7) that the Lord had a special plan for them. They realized that they only had a certain view on what was happening but in fact the plan is more eternal. It is noted that it wasn't easy and that they were confused at times but they kept their heads up and their spirits high. Even though it was rough they knew it would be worth it.
I think often times it is hard to remember that this hard times are for our good. They will be but a moment. The blessings will become known unto us.
Being a bold witness of Christ was not an easy task for Paul nor as was it for Joseph Smith. The cruelty that they would have for such testimonies is such a hard thing to understand but both men were such great examples of sticking it out and standing boldly.
Grace is an incredible gift we all have. It is only by grace that we are saved. That grace helps us strengthen our weaknesses and reach our greater potential. As we know that as Adam and Eve fell we became a fallen man full of imperfections and weaknesses. It is through the Savior's loving atonement that we can receive the help we need in order to make our stumbling blocks become our stepping stones.
It is interesting that Paul says in 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 that "...Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may drest upon me." I was most confused by such a bold statement and wondered why anyone would want hard things but as I was thinking about it and found the answer within my own life story. The humbling times in our life helps us see that we can't do it all alone! I have seen quite a few times when the Lord has shown me to things that I needed to lift my spirits.
What better healer than the Master Healer?
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