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Yesterday; my Pastor discussed the situation where an individual was denied access to an American Airlines flight to or from Chicago when the doors were shut. The complaint however was never filed after the gentleman realized that the plane had crashed and he was the only survivor. Someone may be familiar with this story and the individual involved; apparently he keeps the ticket to remind him how precious his "borrowed time" is.
Trusting in God when circumstances are chaotic and it appears to be out of control is easier said than done; of course. It isn't pleasant to think of Paul being given a prophecy of his soon death in Rome (see Acts 20 starting in verse 23). Same could be said for Peter who perhaps had a worse situation in John 21:28 which was said to happen in his old age; so he had to wait many years to see this fulfilled.
One thing is certain; the Lord can bring people through trials; or enable them to escape. John was apparently the only apostle to escape martyrdom; some say they attempted to boil him in oil and failed; certainly his life wasn't a pleasure cruise being exiled to Patmos. We can also say that according to the life of Christ nothing can happen to us outside of God's ultimate plans and purposes and outside of the timing of the event. This relates not only to our demise on this earth; but to all things in every moment of every day. Sometimes when we are overwhelmed God can change things; or send others to assist. When temptation comes God can remove the source (see 1 Cor. 10:13). This is why fellowship is so crucial; we are not designed to be "an island". Personal quiet time and devotionals; of course are important not just for ourselves but to help disciple and counsel others.
Dying itself of course is a daily thing ( 1 Cor. 15:31). It is a sign that we are godly in Christ Jesus; dying first to our own pride and our plans; and yes our dreams outside His will. Let us be conformed daily to His image.
Yesterday; my Pastor discussed the situation where an individual was denied access to an American Airlines flight to or from Chicago when the doors were shut. The complaint however was never filed after the gentleman realized that the plane had crashed and he was the only survivor. Someone may be familiar with this story and the individual involved; apparently he keeps the ticket to remind him how precious his "borrowed time" is.
Trusting in God when circumstances are chaotic and it appears to be out of control is easier said than done; of course. It isn't pleasant to think of Paul being given a prophecy of his soon death in Rome (see Acts 20 starting in verse 23). Same could be said for Peter who perhaps had a worse situation in John 21:28 which was said to happen in his old age; so he had to wait many years to see this fulfilled.
One thing is certain; the Lord can bring people through trials; or enable them to escape. John was apparently the only apostle to escape martyrdom; some say they attempted to boil him in oil and failed; certainly his life wasn't a pleasure cruise being exiled to Patmos. We can also say that according to the life of Christ nothing can happen to us outside of God's ultimate plans and purposes and outside of the timing of the event. This relates not only to our demise on this earth; but to all things in every moment of every day. Sometimes when we are overwhelmed God can change things; or send others to assist. When temptation comes God can remove the source (see 1 Cor. 10:13). This is why fellowship is so crucial; we are not designed to be "an island". Personal quiet time and devotionals; of course are important not just for ourselves but to help disciple and counsel others.
Dying itself of course is a daily thing ( 1 Cor. 15:31). It is a sign that we are godly in Christ Jesus; dying first to our own pride and our plans; and yes our dreams outside His will. Let us be conformed daily to His image.
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