Be Still And Know

2 Thessalonians 1:11 It is often rightly pointed out that the Christian life is a marathon and not a sprint. Keeping something up isn’t too difficult if you are doing it for just a short while. But keeping going as a Christian for years on end is a different matter. Living for Christ consistently in the face of all the ups and downs of life is not easy. When you have good health, a steady income, a united family and interesting work to do, it may seem easy. But how do you keep the faith when you are in pain, go through financial problems, family disputes or difficulties at work? Paul’s answer is that God enables us to keep going. He gives us the power to do all the good things that he has called us to do. We must never think of the Christian life as being a heroic solo effort. Although we may feel alone at times, God is beside us always. And we are never without Christian brothers and sisters, even if they may be far away. Our own strength can fluctuate. One day, we feel strong and able to face ev