Matthew 1:21 And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name Jesus: for he shall save his people from their sins.
God’s purpose in saving persons is singular and very streamlined in that everything and every experience we are to pass through, is in preparation for a better world. And because of this, Christians should never exchange the pilgrim mindset for a secular frame of mind that relishes, and revels only in the here and now.
Building sterling characters for eternity is at the very forefront of the Christian experience, and thus, if we be comfortable or uncomfortable in doing so, let it be said that we were found faithful in weathering the changes that come from time to time.
In harmony with this truth, we will end with two passages of scripture which should remind us of the work Christ is doing in our hearts, in preparation for that great day. And, if in the process, it means that our comfort zones may be disturbed, let us, like the faithful in all ages, be found resilient by God’s grace.
Malachi 3:2 But who may abide the day of his coming? and who shall stand when he appears? for he is like a refiner's fire, and like fullers' soap. 3 And he shall sit as a refiner and purifier of silver: and he shall purify the sons of Levi, and purge them as gold and silver, that they may offer unto the Lord an offering in righteousness.
May God add His blessing to the study of His word. “Good night” and God bless!