Afflictions are often the dark zones that God uses to mount the many treats of His children's gifts, causing them to shine even brighter.
Many people believe that the power of God in a person's life should keep him from all trials and conflicts. However, the power of God actually brings conflict and struggles.
In the Bible, once Paul took the Lord Jesus Christ as his life in his body, a severe conflict immediately arose. In fact, the conflict never ended. The pressure on Paul was persistent, but from the conflict he always emerged victorious through the strength of Jesus Christ.
The strongest force of temptation often comes upon a person when he is closest to God. Someone once said, "The devil aims high." Being left alone by Satan is not evidence of being blessed.
Many people expect to receive it ALL without struggle. When conflict comes and the battle rages on, they become discouraged and surrender. God has nothing worth having that is easily gained.
The dark zones of life are our schools of faith and character. When my classroom is darkest, I see best.
Extraordinary afflictions are not always the punishment of extraordinary sins but are sometimes the dark zones resulting from God's extraordinary gifts....No tricks, all treats.
Happy Halloween!
Blessings,
Dalinda
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