Suffering incurred in the path of gospel ministry is a mere trifle.

Remember that you were separated from Christ, but now you have been brought near

by the blood of Christ!

"But God, being rich in mercy, because of the great love with which he loved us, even

when we were dead in our trespasses, made us alive together with Christ." Ephesians 2:4-5

There are things about God you will not know unless you pray. Ephesians 1:18b-19 - "That you may know what is the hope to which he has called you, what are the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints, and what is the immeasurable greatness of his power toward us who believe, according to the working of his great might"

Christians have irrevocable certainty of the outcome. Ephesians 1:11- In him we have obtained an inheritance, having been predestined according to the purpose of him who works all things according to the counsel of his will.

Christians are destined for everything heaven can offer. The ultimate aim of God is the praise of His glory.

Isaiah 26:3- You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.

Watch out for the thought "God has dealt unfairly with me". Deuteronomy 32:4 The Rock- his work is perfect; all his way are just. A faithful God, without bias, he is righteous and true.

When your head & heart disagree, become absolutely determined to please God, come what may.

"Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will." Roman's 12:2