"Ye have not yet resisted unto blood, striving against
sin." Hebrews 12:4
What is the meaning of Christian suffering? Unless we are
called to martyrdom, our resisting and striving against sin has not reached the
point of bloodshed. Nevertheless, we still deplore our lot. Do we expect to
have a prosperous road in this life—to wear a white linen garment and walk
leisurely on a golden street leading to a pearly gate?
God has arranged all kinds of environment, all sorts of
happenings, and many sufferings, all with a view to creating in each of his
children a certain character which will glorify him. To be scourged may be the
evidence of his approval. Chastisement is love’s arrangement. Love measures and
love plans. God may not deal thus with everyone, but he certainly does so with
those whom he has accepted as sons.
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