Keep the Long View

March 17, 2024

Topic: Discipleship, Forgiveness, Grace, Hope, Ministry, Perseverance, Relationships, Resilient Faith, Spiritual Growth

Book: 1 Peter, 2 Corinthians, 2 Timothy, Acts, Hebrews, Psalms, Romans

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-9, 2 Corinthians 5:14-15, 2 Corinthians 5:18-20, 2 Timothy 4:9-11, Acts 12:12, Acts 13:2-5, Acts 13:5, Acts 13:13, Acts 15:36-41, Acts 16:1-5, Hebrews 4:14-16, Hebrews 13:8, Psalm 55:12-14, Psalm 55:20-21, Romans 12:18

Resilient faith equips us to navigate the challenges of life, especially when relationships and circumstances take us out of our comfort zones. By keeping our eyes on Jesus, leaning into grace, and engaging in intentional spiritual practices, we can endure, forgive, and persevere. The early church provides examples of faithful response in messy situations, showing us how to act in love, pursue reconciliation, and trust God’s purpose even amid difficulty.