*Study scripture:* _2 Timothy 2:3 Thou therefore endure hardness, as a good soldier of Jesus Christ._
*ENDURE HARDNESS. *
The greatest deception towards the progress of many individuals in the gospel is desiring to preach and serve the Lord in simplicity and convenience. Many withdrawal when hardships come.
It robs a man of their times and seasons when they desire to serve God only when times are conducive. As a minister, realize and understand that you shall not serve God only when times are good.
Sometimes your health shall not favor you. Sometimes your finances will not favor you. Sometimes your marriage and relationship will not favor you. Persecutions May come your way.
*_2 Timothy 4:5 But watch thou in all things, endure afflictions,…_ * Afflictions are part of your Christian journey and walk. Do not withdraw from ministry because of your current academic performance.
Exercise the discipline of enduring affliction as a minister of God. Continue in the assignment and purpose God has given to you. Let not trials and temptations drift you from the course of salvation and ministry.
*Praise be to God!!*
*Further study:*
2 Corinthians 6:4-7
1 Thessalonians 1:6.
*Nugget: *
Exercise the discipline of enduring affliction as a minister of God. Continue in the assignment and purpose God has given to you. Let not trials and temptations drift you from the course of salvation and ministry.
*Prayer: *
Thank you Lord Jesus for the sufficiency of your grace this morning. I bless your name for the ability you give to me to endure afflictions. I am able to stay zealous for your service in the name of Jesus Christ.
*Amen.*
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