Best Days and Worst Days
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Several weeks ago we began planning our daughter’s wedding. … And then my husband, Greg, received a phone call he couldn’t ignore. … Greg’s cancer had returned. …
This is mortality. A proving ground. A place designed for growth. I have learned that God allows mortality to do its work in us—and that includes both best days and worst days.
How do we get through those days? The story of Peter teaches us that strength comes as we walk with Christ and hold fast to His eternal truths. …
From Peter’s story we learn that our understanding of eternal truth is not forged in a single moment—testimony is built over time, day after day, both best days and worst. …
Sometimes we may wonder if the Lord’s promises will truly be fulfilled in us—especially when all seems lost. Especially on our worst days.
Peter’s story reminds us that they will. …
… On that worst day with Greg several weeks ago, I opened my For the Strength of Youth guide, wondering if the eternal truths, invitations, and promised blessings from the guide could really help Greg and me find strength in Christ. …
As you spend time in this guide, you will begin to realize that this is not just a guide for standards; this is a guide for strength. …
Because of Him, no matter how bad things are right now, your best days are ahead.
Jesus Christ is our strength.