Christian Reflection and Prayer

Scripture:(Read: Jeremiah 12)

"If you have run with the footmen, and they
have wearied you, then how can you contend
with the horses" Jeremiah 12:5

Reflection:

Have you been dealing with a lot of
minor issues lately, "running with the
footmen". How will you handle it when
the really tough stuff comes along,
"running with the horses."
Perhaps you've run into some real problems.
Maybe with a boss, or co-worker, or you've
been sick lately, maybe a lot of problems
with your friends or family. You've literally
pleaded with the Lord for some relief, for
some help. You know sometimes His
response is to let us know to "toughen
up. Dig in. It may get worse." When He
does do this and this is in reality telling us
to run with the horses, I can promise
He will be with you to strengthen and
sustain you. Because you see:
"That's what God does."

Prayer:

Thank you God for more grace when
my burdens grow greater, Thank you
for sending me more strength when
labor increases. Thank you when
there is affliction You add your mercy,
And finally thank you for your peace.