The Christian Walk
Is Not All
Lollipops & Roses

The best-selling book, 'Your Best Life Now' provided an uplifting message that was irresistible to many. All that was needed was a positive attitude, belief in yourself, trust in God and a life full of promise, peace and prosperity will come. Hey! I read the book too! It was a well-written, uplifting feel-good tome that sold millions — perhaps for the same reason that late-night infomercials selling the latest weight-loss gadget or drink additive also promise to easily melt off pounds with likewise appeal of minimal effort.

However overcoming real-life problems (and losing fatty pounds) doesn’t work by positive affirmations alone.

On the contrary, Living The Christian Life Is NOT Easy. Not only do we have to contend with a world that constantly fights against our values of godliness and holiness, but also dealing with the temptations of the flesh and the distraction of the snares of this life that are constantly around us. (Psalms 38:12)

Jesus did NOT say “Build large churches full of happy people & sign up lots of members” but Go Into The World And Make DISCIPLES. This very word means to live a life of discipline – not by self-imposed suffering, but a heart-felt dedication to being Christ-like and living obediently as God directs. The Bible says that this happens through a type of spiritual conditioning, much like an athlete goes through in training by facing and overcoming many trials (James 1:2) and that these experiences will produce perseverance. (Romans 5:3) The fruit of this is that at the end of our life will be the reward of an eternal glory and blessing that will be worth what we have gone through. (2 Corinthians 4:17)

Friend, this does NOT mean that we cannot enjoy good things along the path of life, but to have balance and be mindful about our sojourning here. Life is not full of Roses & Lollipops and each person’s journey will have its ups and downs...but here is God’s 'Best Life' Promise:

“Let us not become weary in doing good,
for at the proper time we will reap a harvest
if we do not give up.”
Galatians 6:9

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