It’s a mistake to assume that because God loves us that He will shelter and protect us from all hardship. As we look back at the history of Christianity, at the thousands who have given their lives for the sake of the Gospel, it becomes apparent that the life of a believer is often the complete opposite of sheltered. We will be tested as we live out our faith. Satan will target us and God will allow it because He knows it can make us stronger. As Pastor Mark encourages us in today’s message, instead of moping around wondering why the world is out to get us, we need to demonstrate the joy and hope of fully relying on Christ.