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January 25, 1 Peter 5:8-9

“Keep a cool head. Stay alert. The Devil is poised to pounce, and would like nothing better than to catch you napping. Keep your guard up. You’re not the only ones plunged into these hard times. It’s the same with Christians all over the world. So keep a firm grip on the faith. The suffering won’t last forever. It won’t be long before this generous God who has great plans for us in Christ—eternal and glorious plans they are!—will have you put together and on your feet for good. He gets the last word; yes, he does.”

1 Peter 5:8-9 MSG – A verse of the day from the Bible presented in Eugene Peterson’s contemporary version called The Message. Accompanied by a personal reflection below.

In the event that you think you might be the one and only exception subjected to “hard times”, Peter is here to tell you that it ain’t so!  That’s just how it is, but don’t give up, instead, “keep a firm grip on the faith.”  God has not forgotten you, and he has “great plans for us in Christ”, so hold fast, and believe that you are not alone — God is in this with you!

 

 

2 thoughts on “January 25, 1 Peter 5:8-9

  1. very Inspirational

    1. Thank you, Shor, love you.

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